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Value of Engaging With Indigenous Communities via Social Media
Early, respectful, transparent and consistent communication with Indigenous communities is the foundation of any good engagement strategy. In order...
Indigenous Relations (5)
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Indigenous vs. Aboriginal
Indigenous vs. Aboriginal - what does it mean for business? We received this timely question from an onsite client and newsletter subscriber: The...
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What is the Definition of Indigenous Peoples?
We’ve talked about the constitutional implications of Indigenous or Aboriginal so now want to tackle the definition of Indigenous Peoples in Canada...
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7 Common Elements in Successful Indigenous Relations Strategies
Indigenous relations is an evolving field, especially now in light of the federal government’s commitment to negotiation on a nation-to-nation basis....
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Indigenous Cultural Competency Self-Assessment Checklist
There’s a growing interest in Indigenous cultural competency in Canada and it’s very heartening to witness this change in attitude in government, the...
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Hereditary Chief Definition and 5 FAQs
The great aim of our legislation has been to do away with the tribal system and assimilate the Indian people in all respects with the other...
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What are Appropriate Gifts for Indigenous Guest Speakers?
This article goes out to all the people who organize events that include Indigenous speakers and we thank one of our readers for suggesting we write...
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Forestry and Reconciliation: Focus on BC
Since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission released its summary report containing 94 Calls- to-Action we have written a series of articles on what...
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Uncivil Dialogue and Indigenous Peoples
Uncivil dialogue in Canada is alive and well, if only as indicated by the nature of the statements and conversations that take place in the comments...
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Presenting to First Nations Peoples
In this article, I’m going to provide some practical tips on what to do and what not to do for speakers/presenters who will be making presentations...