Commitment to reconciliation
Indigenous peoples continue to face inequalities and discrimination. A disproportionate number of Indigenous people are homeless or living in inadequate housing. These are the lasting effects of Canadian assimilation policies and residential schools.
BC Housing commits to eliminating racist and discriminatory policies, processes and approaches.
We continue to build trusting relationships with Indigenous partners. This will create real change and build Indigenous self-reliance.
Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR)
PAIR is a certification program that confirms corporate performance in Indigenous relations at the Bronze, Silver or Gold level. The PAIR’s certification program provides a high level of assurance to communities because the designation is supported by independent and third-party verification of company reports. The final company level is determined by a jury comprised of Indigenous business people.
PAIR measures performance in four areas:
- Leadership Actions
- Employment
- Business Development
- Community Relationships
BC Housing's commitment to Indigenous communities
PAIR is a program offered by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB). BC Housing has been a member of CCIB since 2012. We are the only housing agency in Canada to receive certification under the PAIR program. PAIR certified companies inform Indigenous communities that they are good business partners.
PAIR certification (previously known as PAR)
- 2021-2024 Gold
- 2018-2021 Gold
- 2015-2018 Gold
- 2012-2015 Silver