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collaborations are an important driver of our growth and diversification, supporting Acden’s long-term business sustainability.” A strong and intentional pre-qualification process supports this approach. “Acden has a deliberate protocol and pre-qualification process for evaluating new partnership opportunities, which is supported by Acden’s Board of Directors and ensures continued alignment with the Nation’s values. This process has evolved over decades to encompass elevated processes and best practices.” GROWTH, SAFETY AND MARKET EXPANSION In 2024, Acden marked 30 years in business, having doubled in size over the past decade. Recent milestones underscore operational discipline and geographic expansion. “Acden Mechanical Repair and Maintenance reached 1.1 million hours without a lost-time incident, underscoring Acden’s commitment to safety and operational excellence,” Gould says. She also points to the expansion of Acden Environment into the Acden Leadership Symposium 2025 - Leaders of 19 Acden companies Travelled to Fort Chipewyan to Attend a Cultural Camp 64 APR 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA

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