Northwestel has become the third company in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut to receive the COR™ safety certification.

 

The Certificate of Recognition (COR™) is an occupational health and safety program accreditation for industry employers aimed at reducing the human and financial costs associated with workplace accidents and injuries. COR is a nationally-recognized program and is the highest distinction available to verify that companies have fully implemented an effective and comprehensive safety program that meets national standards.

 

“This is a proud moment for Northwestel,” said Jason Bilsky, Northwestel Vice President Corporate Services. “We are very pleased to be one of the first three companies in the N.W.T. and Nunavut to have our commitment to safety recognized through COR certification. We are working diligently to achieve the same milestone in the Yukon. We value the health and safety of our employees and customers and have worked to attain a strong safety culture throughout our company. COR certification makes a meaningful and positive statement about our commitment to follow best industry practices, which, in turn, makes us more competitive in business.”

 

In order to receive COR certification in the N.W.T. and Nunavut, companies must fully implement all 14 elements of the Northern Construction Safety Association (NCSA) safety program and must successfully pass audits by the NCSA and an independent auditor. The program includes ongoing training and audits to ensure safety standards are maintained.

 

Northwestel’s COR certification is a benefit for all its employees in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, as well as the company’s customers. Northwestel employs more than 200 people in the N.W.T. and nearly 50 in Nunavut.

 

 ore information on the COR program in the N.W.T. and Nunavut can be found at http://www.ncsa-nt.ca/.

 

Northwestel provides complete telecommunications solutions and entertainment services in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, northern British Columbia and High Level, Alberta. The company’s operations span nearly 4 million square kilometres of the most remote and rugged areas of Canada.