Strad Achieves Committed Status for the Progressive Aboriginal Relations Program with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
Posted on May 06, 2020
Calgary, AB May 6, 2020 – Strad Inc. (“Strad” or the “Company”) announced today that the Company has been recognized for its Indigenous Relations work with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) at the Committed Phase One level of their Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) Program.
PAR is a certification program that confirms corporate performance in Indigenous relations in Canada. PAR verifies Strad’s activities in four key areas relative to Indigenous Relations in Canada: Leadership Actions; Employment; Business Development; and Community Relationships.
The PAR certification provides a high level of assurance to communities as the designation is supported by an independent, third party verification. In pursing the designation, Strad is demonstrating that they recognize the importance of Indigenous participation in the Canadian economy. PAR companies are also recognized as leading corporate citizens that have proven the business case for sustainable Indigenous relations.
About CCAB
CCAB is committed to the full participation of Indigenous peoples in Canada’s economy. A national, non-partisan association, CCAB offers knowledge, resources and programs to both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal owned companies that foster economic opportunities for Indigenous peoples and businesses across Canada.
About Strad
Strad specializes in industrial matting and equipment rentals for projects of any size, from a network of branches across Canada and the United States. Strad aims to exceed customer expectations in many industrial sectors, including Pipeline, Oil & Gas, Transmission & Distribution, and Construction.