Indigenous Labor and Business Participation (IPP)

The Indigenous Labor and Business Participation Plan mandates that subcontracting and employment opportunities under this contract be actively directed toward Indigenous-owned businesses and Indigenous workers, ensuring meaningful economic inclusion and participation. This initiative is tied to a government procurement effort administered by the Parks Canada Agency, under the broader mandate of the Government of Canada to advance reconciliation and support Indigenous economic development through structured participation requirements. The contract is classified under NAICS code 237310, relating to highway, street, and bridge construction, with performance expected to occur in New Brunswick. Interested parties must submit responses by July 14, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on June 25, 2026. There is no set-aside designation listed, but participation criteria will focus on verified Indigenous business ownership and workforce engagement. All bidders are expected to demonstrate how they will fulfill the Indigenous Participation Plan through measurable commitments to subcontracting with Indigenous enterprises and hiring Indigenous workers, aligning with federal policy goals for equitable economic growth.