Advancing Indigenous communities through participation.
Advancing Indigenous communities through participation.
Indigenous Engagement and Participation
AES works with Indigenous governments, communities, federal departments, and project teams to lead structured engagement and participation initiatives.
This includes developing and implementing Indigenous Participation Plans (IPPs), coordinating engagement across communities, and supporting initiatives tied to procurement projects – ensuring Indigenous communities see meaningful benefits from each project.
What This Looks Like
AES supports:
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Indigenous Participation Plans (IPP): development, implementation, and reporting
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Community engagement: sessions, workshops, and advisory groups
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Participation initiatives: training, employment, and business opportunities
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Coordination: aligning communities, governments, and project teams
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Monitoring: data tracking, reporting, and accountability frameworks
How AES Works
AES brings experience from working:
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Within Indigenous communities
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With federal and provincial governments
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Alongside private sector project teams
This allows AES to:
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Align engagement with community priorities
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Navigate federal requirements and procurement processes
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Coordinate multiple stakeholders into a clear path forward
Community-Level Work
AES also works directly with communities on initiatives including:
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Skills training and workforce development programs
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Community-based research and labour market initiatives
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Youth programming (e.g., design camps, landbase frameworks, etc.)
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Capacity-building aligned with federal frameworks
These initiatives connect engagement to tangible outcomes at the community level.
AES has a long history of leading initiatives that foster collaboration and provide meaningful benefits to indigenous communities.
Connect with our team to explore how we can support your projects through thoughtful engagement, planning, and implementation.