As our areas of operation continue to multiply, Black Diamond recognizes our responsibility to the local communities that are affected by our organization. We invest in our communities through people - by nurturing local community relationships and by providing and developing local infrastructure.

It's our focus on corporate flexibility and diversity that allows us to grow alongside those communities we serve.

BLACK DIAMOND DENE

In September 2009, Black Diamond and the Fort Nelson First Nation entered into an exclusive equity-based agreement called Black Diamond Dene LP.

The goal of this business is to provide customers in the Horn River Basin with a quality, competitively-priced product while allowing the Fort Nelson First Nation people an opportunity to participate and benefit in the development of their traditional lands.

The partnership is structured to improve local capital and offer community members the chance to start their own businesses and create sustainable careers.

BLACK DIAMOND CYGNUS

In January 2011, Black Diamond entered into a second Aboriginal partnership within the Treaty 8 First Nation, signing an agreement with the West Moberly First Nations, located southwest of Fort St. John BC.

This agreement  is equity-based and further supports Black Diamond’s commitment to beneficial Aboriginal engagement.

Black Diamond Group’s Aboriginal Partnerships have increased community capacity and delivered positive economic results for all parties involved. They are structured around an approach to Aboriginal engagement that is pro-active and long-term.

The agreements are 50/50 equity-based and are able to build infrastructure, create community wealth and preserve local culture – now and into the future.