


In 2020, we launched our Climate Change Plan and made a commitment to being a net-zero company by 2040, and create a net-zero economy by 2050. And while these goals are ambitious, they’re not enough on their own. That's where the Climate Challengers come in. Meet the people who have made it their mission to change the fate of our futures for the better.
For more info on OPG's energy podcast, visit climatechallengers.com or check out this episode 👉
EP05 - Chief Whetung and Sean Willy: Indigenous perspectives on cleaner energy
EP05 - Chief Whetung and Sean Willy: Indigenous perspectives on cleaner energy

OPG respectfully acknowledges that the lands on which its generating stations and other assets are located are within the traditional and treaty territory of many Indigenous communities.
To acknowledge this, is to honour the deep connection that Indigenous peoples have with the land, that they are the original stewards and caretakers of it and that they continue to maintain the responsibility to ensure its health and integrity for generations to come.
As a company, OPG remains committed to developing positive and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities and peoples across Ontario. We encourage our employees to seek out opportunities to learn more about the important local and national history of Indigenous peoples.
OPG’s Indigenous Relations Policy
Our Indigenous Relations group helps to build these relationships in keeping with OPG’s Indigenous Relations Policy, first developed in 2007.
The policy sets out:
- OPG’s objectives for respecting rights and interests.
- Rules for developing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with Indigenous communities.
- Policies that require engaging in community relations and outreach.
- Paths to providing capacity-building support, including employment and business contracting opportunities.
Our relationships are developed on a foundation of respect for the languages, customs, cultural institutions and rights of Indigenous communities in Ontario. Our goal is to build and preserve openness, transparency and trust.
Student awards
Building relationships with Indigenous communities also means investing in their young people. We have developed several programs that encourage learning and will help to build a better tomorrow. These include:
- John Wesley Beaver Memorial Award
- Confederation College Negahneewin Incentive Award
- Lakehead University Indigenous Award
For more information, visit our Student Awards page.