Press Release
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TORONTO, June 21, 2016 – The investments that Aboriginal peoples are making in themselves, in communities and in businesses are paying very big dividends, as shown by the success stories featured in the latest edition of A Chosen Journey: RBC Aboriginal Partnership Report.
RBC first published this Report in 2008, in response to a challenge by the Assembly of First Nations to corporate Canada to partner with the Aboriginal community. A Chosen Journey has been issued annually since, highlighting the many successful partnerships which continue to grow between RBC and Aboriginal peoples.
The 2016 edition includes stories about an employment consulting firm in Quebec that provides internships as well as full-time job opportunities; five northwestern Ontario communities coming together to establish a hockey league for youth; a young man pursuing his dreams at university in Manitoba; and the construction of a much-needed men’s shelter in northwest BC.
“In a year where we’ve seen government, media and the public refocusing on Indigenous issues, we are proud to shine the spotlight on just a few of the ways that Aboriginal peoples continue to contribute to the economic and social fabric of our country,” noted Elizabeth Jordan, national director, Aboriginal Markets at RBC. “We are honoured that so many First Nations, Inuit and Métis continue to choose to partner with us and share their successes.”
Passion and pride are evident in the stories featured within A Chosen Journey – a few examples follow below.
The complete set of success stories can be found by clicking on A Chosen Journey: RBC Aboriginal Partnership Report at www.rbcroyalbank.com/aboriginal.
About RBC Aboriginal Banking
For more than 100 years, RBC has been building strong relationships with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across Canada. We are committed to serving Aboriginal governments, communities, organizations, businesses and individuals by creating opportunities for sustainable economic development through access to banking and capital, community and social development, employment, education and training and procurement. RBC also provides donations and grants that support Aboriginal interests in three key areas: the environment, specifically water; youth literacy and education; and culture and heritage. More information is available at rbcroyalbank.com/aboriginal.
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Media contacts:
Rob Merk, RBC Corporate Communications, 416-955-6665
Kathy Bevan, RBC Corporate Communications, 416-974-8820
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