Our Indigenous Commitment

Walking the Path of Reconciliation Together

OUR STory

Who We Are

When you choose IT Partners, you’re choosing more than a technology partner — you’re joining a mission. As an Indigenous-owned and operated company, we are proud to bring world-class IT managed services, cybersecurity, and AI solutions to businesses across Canada while giving back to the communities that have shaped us.

A portion of our revenues is dedicated to supporting Indigenous peoples, communities, and culture through partnerships, scholarships, and initiatives that create lasting, meaningful change.

Our Commitment Statement

At IT Partners, we acknowledge and respect that we operate on the traditional territories of many Indigenous Peoples across Canada. We are committed to building and sustaining meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, guided by the principles of respect, understanding, and mutual benefit.

As part of our journey toward reconciliation, and in alignment with the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program, our commitment is structured around four key drivers:

Leadership Actions

Embedding reconciliation into our corporate strategy at every level, ensuring our leadership sets the tone for respectful and meaningful Indigenous engagement across all areas of our business.

Indigenous Employment

Actively creating pathways for Indigenous peoples to pursue careers in technology and IT, fostering an inclusive workplace where Indigenous voices, perspectives, and talents are valued and celebrated.

Business Development

Supporting and partnering with Indigenous-owned businesses, prioritizing procurement relationships that contribute to economic growth and self-determination within Indigenous communities.

Community Relationships

Investing in the communities where we operate through partnerships, sponsorships, and initiatives that support Indigenous culture, education, and long-term community wellbeing.

Land Acknowledgments

IT Partners operates across Canada, and we are honoured to work within the traditional territories of many Indigenous Nations. We offer the following acknowledgments with sincerity and respect.

Kelowna Landscape

Kelowna

Our Kelowna office is situated on the unceded, ancestral lands of the Syilx Okanagan Nation. We recognize and deeply respect the sovereignty and cultural heritage of the Syilx people, who have stewarded this land through generations. Their profound relationship with the land is rooted in an enduring heritage of respect, responsibility, and traditional knowledge that continues to guide their community. We acknowledge this unbroken connection and express our gratitude for the opportunity to work in this territory. We are committed to learning from and supporting the Syilx Okanagan Nation as we seek ways to honor their rich traditions and perspectives in our daily operations and broader business practices.

Grande Prairie Landscape

Grande Prairie

In Grande Prairie, Alberta, IT Partners is privileged to operate on the traditional lands of Treaty 8 territory. This land has long served as a gathering place and home to the Cree, Dene, and Métis peoples, whose profound connections to this territory are steeped in deep cultural traditions, knowledge, and histories that continue to enrich our community today. We recognize their enduring presence and the ancestral and spiritual ties that bind them to this land. IT Partners is committed to honoring these relationships in all our endeavors here, respecting the wisdom of the elders, both past and present, and supporting the aspirations of future generations.

Calgary landscape

Calgary

In Calgary, Alberta, IT Partners is situated on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot Confederacy) and the peoples of the Treaty 7 region. This sacred land encompasses the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai, Tsuut'ina, and Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, as well as the vibrant Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. We deeply honor and respect the enduring relationship that exists between these nations and their traditional territories. We are committed to pursuing a path of partnership and reconciliation, guided by the wisdom and leadership of the Indigenous communities with whom we share this space.

Vancouver Landscape

Vancouver

In Vancouver, British Columbia, IT Partners is privileged to operate on the unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. We acknowledge and pay our deepest respects to these stewards of the land, who have lived in harmony with this territory for millennia. Their profound connections to these lands are mirrored in their rich histories, languages, and traditions, which continue to influence our community profoundly. Our presence here serves as a constant reminder of our responsibilities to these lands and peoples, and our actions are aimed at fostering a relationship built on mutual respect and trust.

Victoria Landscape

Victoria

In Victoria, British Columbia, our operations take place on the lands of the Lekwungen peoples, specifically the territories of the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. We acknowledge their enduring connection to this territory — a sacred relationship that predates recorded history and continues to influence their vibrant communities today. We respect the wisdom and leadership of the Songhees and Esquimalt peoples and are committed to engaging in respectful partnerships that contribute to mutual understanding and shared prosperity.

IT Partners Charity

The Indigenous Cyber-Tech Foundation

IT Partners is a proud founder and supporter of the Indigenous Cyber-Tech Foundation — an initiative born from our belief that economic reconciliation must include access to the technology careers of tomorrow.

Through the Indigenous Cyber-Tech Futures Scholarship and a range of community programs, the foundation is dedicated to empowering Indigenous students and communities in the fields of technology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.

Our Foundations Goals

Bridging the Digital Divide

Providing scholarships and resources that empower Indigenous students to pursue careers in technology, cybersecurity, and AI — opening doors that have historically been closed.

Sustainable Connectivity

Developing and implementing solar-powered internet access solutions to ensure reliable, long-term digital connectivity for Indigenous communities across Canada.

Fostering Innovation

Encouraging the integration of traditional Indigenous knowledge with cutting-edge technology to create solutions that honor and respect Indigenous heritage.

Educational Support

Building secure, accessible online learning environments that support Indigenous learners and foster a community of growth, curiosity, and innovation.

COMPANY ACTIVITY

Community Partnerships

Indigenous Tech Circle

We believe reconciliation is built through action. IT Partners has formalized relationships with the following Indigenous organizations and communities — partnerships grounded in shared values, mutual respect, and a commitment to Indigenous economic empowerment.

PAIR COMMITTED

Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations

IT Partners is an active participant in the PAIR program through the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) — a nationally recognized certification that recognizes companies committed to positive, progressive, and meaningful Indigenous relations across Canada.

This accreditation reflects our ongoing dedication to moving beyond acknowledgment and taking concrete steps toward reconciliation in everything we do.