For us, reconciliation is not just about acknowledgment. It means:
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Listening and learning from Indigenous Peoples and voices, always with humility.
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Recognizing harm, past and present, and our responsibility to help create something different.
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Repairing and building relationships that are deep, lasting, and rooted in respect.
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Collaborating with Indigenous businesses and communities in ways that support equity, dignity, and thriving.
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Committing to action that matches our words, knowing reconciliation is ongoing, not a single moment.
Our Commitments
These commitments are not boxes to be checked, but living intentions. They guide how we show up, and they will continue to evolve as we listen, learn, and build relationships.
What We’re Doing Now and Ongoing
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Learning & Reflection: Regularly revisiting and updating reconciliation actions.
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Land & Environment: Upholding Indigenous principles of land stewardship in sustainability efforts.
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Coffee at the Source: Supporting coffee farmers in Peru and Honduras with fair pay, sustainable farming, and cultural respect.
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Honouring Days of Significance: Observing and participating in Truth and Reconciliation Day and National Indigenous Peoples Day.
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Sharing Knowledge: Offering resources and voices to our community — from books and podcasts to Indigenous-led events and businesses.
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Support & Partnership: Partnering with and donating to organizations doing meaningful reconciliation work.
What We’re Working Toward
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Youth Opportunities: Creating pathways for Indigenous youth to intern, work, or learn within the business.
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Entrepreneurship & Mentorship: Offering mentorship to Indigenous entrepreneurs in food & beverage, in culturally respectful ways.
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Employment Partnerships: Building relationships with local Indigenous employment programs.
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Supplier Relationships: Sourcing from Indigenous-owned suppliers whenever possible.
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Creative Collaboration: Co-developing products with Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs.
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Community Connection: Hosting Coffee Connection Chats to bridge communities through storytelling, learning, and relationship-building.
An Invitation
We know reconciliation is not something we do alone. If you have suggestions, wisdom to share, or would like to collaborate with us, whether you are Indigenous or not, we would love to hear from you. Together, we can imagine and create a more respectful, connected, and just future.