Tolko achieves certification

Tolko Industries has received recognition for its efforts in aboriginal relations.

The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business has awarded the Vernon-based forest products company bronze-level standing in their Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) certification program.

“Tolko continues to engage with leading Indigenous business partners and has launched programs at their mills to help Indigenous youth attain employment in one of Canada’s largest sectors,” said JP Gladu, President and CEO of CCAB.

Chief Rupert Meenen of Tallcree First Nation said, “I am pleased to see Tolko achieve this certification. It will help ensure that our community can engage with a like-minded business partner. Balancing economic prosperity and environmental stewardship is of great importance to our community.”