As set out in the Redressing Harm plan, our goal is to transparently address the underrepresentation of Indigenous staff and contractors by establishing meaningful targets for recruitment, and by developing a dedicated strategy for increasing recruitment and retention of Indigenous people with lived experience to leaders, staff and contractor roles.
Indigenous verification policy
Our policy ensures Indigenous-specific positions are being offered to Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) people with Indigenous heritage, and lived experience required for these positions. This process aims to uphold the integrity of Indigenous spaces at BCCNM and foster the enrichment of current and prospective Indigenous employee experiences by drawing on relevant perspectives and community connections.
Indigenous-specific opportunities are held for Indigenous applicants with lived experience and knowledge directly relevant to the work of BCCNM. Recognizing that misrepresenting Indigenous identity exploits Indigenous individuals and communities, BCCNM acknowledges the harm caused when non-Indigenous individuals falsely presenting themselves as representatives. This deception erodes trust and exacerbates socio-economic disparities already affecting Indigenous peoples. Such fraudulent acts perpetuate systemic injustice and inequity, further reinforcing historical injustices and undermining efforts towards reconciliation and self-determination.
To be considered for Indigenous-specific positions, applicants must self-identify through the application platform and provide supporting government documents regarding their First Nation, Inuit community, land claim affiliation, or Métis community.
Candidates who self-identify as First Nation, Inuit, or Metis, demonstrates ties to heritage, ancestry, connections to their communities, and relevant lived experiences, but do not hold government documentation may be directed to meet with BCCNM’s Indigenous Cultural Safety & Humility Consultant. Each case will be assessed individually and may be subject to additional discussions with the candidate’s community. Policy available upon request, please email
careers@bccnm.ca