General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada has achieved a significant milestone, receiving Silver certification from the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) under its Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program. This recognition, announced on October 1, 2024, highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to building and maintaining respectful, collaborative relationships with Indigenous communities, as part of its broader efforts toward reconciliation.
“The positive outcomes derived from the employment of Indigenous persons and the procurement of goods and services from Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs not only benefit Indigenous communities but all communities across Canada,” said Jason Alejandro Monahan, Vice President and General Manager of General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada. “We are proud to receive this certification, as it reinforces our efforts to develop supply chain relationships with Indigenous businesses, bolster job creation and contribute to Indigenous economies and the Canadian economy.”
The PAIR program, launched in 2001, is unique in its ability to validate corporate performance in fostering Indigenous relations. It evaluates companies at three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Certification is based on an independent third-party assessment of a company’s actions across four key areas—Leadership, Employment, Business Development, and Community Engagement.
As a member of the CCIB since August 2018, General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada has been at the forefront of industry efforts to engage more meaningfully with Indigenous businesses and communities. In fact, it is the first defense company to join CCIB and to receive certification at any level under the PAIR program. The company also stands out as a registered Procurement Champion through the Supply Change Program and was the founding sponsor of the CCIB’s Indigenous Business Defense Accelerator Program.
With this latest certification, General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada reaffirms its dedication to working closely with Indigenous partners, emphasizing its role in supporting reconciliation through meaningful action.