On September 30, we collectively recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by reflecting on the legacy of Indian Industrial Schools and acknowledging and honouring Residential School Survivors. We remember our shared history and pledge our commitment to learning and understanding more about Indigenous Peoples and their culture.

Mosaic’s Esterhazy, Regina and Belle Plaine sites are all part of traditional Treaty 4 Territory with a presence in Treaty 6 Territory at our Colonsay site. These are the traditional territories of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Lakota and Nakota peoples and homeland of the Métis.

As we pause to reflect on the significance of this day and acknowledge the truths of the past, Mosaic is doing its part to help pave the way for a more inclusive future.

Setting Targets to Guide Progress

Mosaic is working towards having 15 percent of our annual new hires be Indigenous People. Also, 15 percent of our procurement and community investment dollars each year are targeted towards Indigenous-owned businesses and organizations each year.

For example, Mosaic invested in the Morris Interactive Digital Transformation in Potash Mining. The 10-week program preparesIndigenous students to enter the potash industry, and a two-week practicum at one of Mosaic’s potash sites.

Investing in Culture

CAPTION: Treaty 4 Chiefs, group photo with Scott Moe and Rhonda Hicks with Mosaic Millenium sponsor cheque at the Treaty 4 Commemoration event on Sunday Sept 15, 2024.

Mosaic was in attendance for the historical commemoration of Treaty 4 on Sept. 15. This year marked the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 4. To commemorate, Mosaic committed $150,000 towards this year’s gathering, which included a pipe ceremony, commemoration ceremony with dignitaries and all Treaty 4 Chiefs, followed by the flag raising ceremony, the grand entry and a powwow.

Feeding Our Community

CAPTION: The Mosaic Food Market at the new BMO Asahtowikamik Food Hub.

Along with helping the world grow the food it needs, it’s also a priority for Mosaic to help fight food insecurity in our communities. Mosaic partnered with the Regina Food Bank and pledged $1 million dollars over five years to support The Mosaic Market at the newly opened BMO Asahtowikamik Food Hub.

ASAHTOWIKAMIK is the Cree meaning for a “feeding lodge”. The name was gifted through ceremony by elder Murray Ironchild of Piapot First Nation to the Regina Food Bank for their new location. ASAHTOWIKAMIK tells us that when we eat and share a meal, we feed ourselves, our relations, and our community.

The Food Hub will improve access to food, give food bank clients the dignity to choose what goes in their cart, and provide more Saskatchewan-sourced food to feed over 17,000 people per month. The Hub will also provide nutritional and financial literacy, as well as Indigenous-led programming focusing on food sovereignty.