Norton Rose Fulbright Canada becomes first Canadian law firm to achieve PAIR Bronze certification

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada has become the first law firm in Canada to achieve Bronze-level certification through the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program of the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business.

PAIR certification recognizes organizations that demonstrate meaningful and measurable action across four areas: leadership, employment, business development and community relationships.

For Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, this certification reflects continued progress in community-led approaches, internal accountability and cultural responsiveness. It also demonstrates ongoing engagement with Indigenous communities, organizations and businesses, including through pro bono work.

"Achieving PAIR certification is an important milestone in our reconciliation journey. It reflects the sustained work of colleagues across our firm and reinforces our responsibility to continue listening, learning and taking meaningful action. We remain committed to building trusted relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations and businesses across Canada." Jennifer Teskey, Canadian Managing Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada

This work is supported by our Indigenous Relations Network and PAIR Working Group. Together, these groups help advance awareness, learning and action while creating opportunities for Indigenous voices, knowledge and leadership to inform our approach.

"PAIR certification recognizes our progress while keeping us focused on the work ahead. We are grateful for the support we have received and deeply appreciate the relationships that guide our understanding and growth. Through the Indigenous Relations Network, we will continue creating opportunities for Indigenous voices to inform our actions and strengthen our relationships." Lindsay Bec, Co-Chair, Indigenous Relations Network

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada views PAIR certification as a foundation for continued learning, accountability and meaningful action. The firm will continue strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations, expanding cultural learning and employee engagement, creating opportunities for Indigenous talent, and building relationships with Indigenous-owned businesses. We are grateful to our advisors and community partners whose guidance and collaboration supported this work.

The 2026 PAIR-certified organizations will be formally recognized at the Indigenous Relations Forum & PAIR Awards on October 14, 2026, in Vancouver.

About PAIR certification

The Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program is administered by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business. It recognizes organizations for their work across leadership, employment, business development and community relationships.

Click here for the PAIR press release

We welcome dialogue with Indigenous communities, businesses, students, and partners across Canada. Please connect with our Indigenous Relations Network team:

• Lindsay Bec, IRN Co-chair, Partner, [email protected]
• Dominique Carrier-Robb, IRN Co-chair, Legal Talent Director, [email protected]
• Kaitlin Long, IRN Co-chair, Partner, [email protected]