Indigenous reconciliation
Working with Indigenous communities is essential to Cenovus’s success. Many of our Canadian operations are located on, or near, the traditional lands of Indigenous peoples, and we recognize and participate in the broader societal movement towards reconciliation.
Our ongoing engagement with our First Nations and Métis partners has helped us gain a deeper understanding of their priorities. We remain committed to ensuring that Indigenous communities near our operations share in the benefits of resource development. We know reconciliation requires more than words — it demands meaningful action. That’s why we focus on building respectful, long-term relationships, and support initiatives that improve the social and economic well-being of Indigenous peoples.
Our commitment: Conduct meaningful action to remove barriers for Indigenous peoples in the areas Cenovus operates.
Ambitions & actions
Achieve a minimum of $3 billion1 of spend with Indigenous businesses between 2026 and year-end 2030.
Spend up to $8 million annually on housing in Indigenous communities neighbouring our assets.
Enable a future-ready workforce by awarding up to 50 Indigenous scholarships in Canada each year.
Provide mandatory Indigenous awareness training for Canadian staff.
1 Impact of the MEG acquisition has not been captured in this figure.
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We partner with Indigenous businesses in the areas where we operate to create opportunities for providing goods and services that support our operations. In addition, our Indigenous Housing Initiative helps address one of the most urgent challenges facing Indigenous communities across Canada.
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