Walking the Path of Reconciliation: A Business-Focused Webinar Series
The Walking the Path of Reconciliation: A Business-Focused Webinar Series is a four-part online programme that helps Canadian businesses better understand their role in advancing Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
Hosted by the UN Global Compact Network Canada in partnership with the Muskoka Group, this series provides participants with expert-led discussions, practical tools, and real-world examples to drive meaningful, long-term change.
Each 90-minute session includes guest speakers, interactive elements, and actionable takeaways in line with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #92 that companies can immediately apply within their operations.
Why Attend?
- Learn from Indigenous leaders, business professionals, and Reconciliation practitioners
- Explore how decolonization, economic inclusion, and ethical partnerships can be embedded into business strategy
- Gain practical steps to begin or advance an Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP)
- Strengthen your company’s social sustainability and human rights commitments
This series is open to all companies, no matter where you are on your Reconciliation journey, each session offers insights and tools to move forward with purpose and accountability.
Who Should Attend?
This series is ideal for Canadian business leaders and professionals who are looking to learn, unlearn, and take informed steps toward Reconciliation, including:
- CSR, DEI, HR, procurement, and sustainability professionals
- Corporate leaders responsible for social impact, partnerships, or community engagement
- Participants of the UN Global Compact
- Organizations seeking to build or improve Indigenous partnerships and policies
Whether your team is new to Reconciliation or seeking to strengthen existing strategies, this series will provide relevant, real-world insights and tools.
Session 1: Decolonizing Organizational Practices for Reconciliation | 12 August 2025 at 1 p.m. ET
This session will introduce the foundational principles of decolonization and explore how colonial systems persist in corporate policies, cultures, and practices. Participants will gain insight into how Canadian businesses can identify and dismantle colonial structures and begin their Reconciliation journey with purpose and integrity.
Key topics
- Understanding what decolonization means in a business context
- Recognizing colonial legacies in corporate structures
- The role of businesses in Reconciliation: obligations vs. opportunities
- Introduction to Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plans (IRAPs) and UNDRIP
Speakers
Annie Korver, Founder and Principal - Rise Consulting
Session 2: Economic Reconciliation in Corporate Strategy | 11 November 2025 at 1 p.m. ET
This session will explore the concept of economic Reconciliation and how Canadian companies can support Indigenous financial self-determination through meaningful partnerships, equitable compensation, and inclusive procurement.
Key topics
- Defining economic Reconciliation and financial sovereignty
- Embedding Indigenous procurement into corporate supply chains
- Equitable compensation, impact investing, and Indigenous-led initiatives
Speakers
Stay tuned for more updates
Session 3: Building Ethical and Equitable Indigenous Partnerships | 20 January 2026 at 1 p.m. ET
This session will showcase real-life examples of respectful, reciprocal relationships between Indigenous communities and Canadian businesses. Learn how to initiate and sustain meaningful partnerships grounded in ethical engagement and cultural respect.
Key topics
- Principles of ethical partnerships and UNDRIP
- Legal, historical, and cultural considerations
- Best practices for long-term engagement and accountability
- Case studies from Indigenous communities and business leaders
Speakers
Stay tuned for more updates
Session 4: Implementing Reconciliation into Business | 21 April 2026 at 1 p.m. ET
This session will offer concrete guidance on embedding Reconciliation into core operations through Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plans (IRAPs), staff education, and impact measurement. Participants will leave with a clear roadmap to take sustained and accountable action.
Key topics
- Embedding Reconciliation into business strategy and operations
- Developing and implementing an IRAP
- Avoiding performative allyship
- Measuring progress and accountability
Speakers
Stay tuned for more updates
Registration
- Free for Participants of the UN Global Compact
- $75 CAD per session for non-Participants
- Delivered via Zoom | Session length: 90 minutes
- Includes access to post-event resources and learning materials
Contact Point
For any further information, please contact our Lead, Social Sustainability, Megan Halferty at megan@unglobalcompact.ca.
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