Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples® for Local Governments
Do you work in a municipal or local government in Canada? Are you looking for training to help you get beyond awareness in your work with Indigenous Peoples? Is the fear of doing or saying the wrong thing impeding your ability to develop effective Indigenous relationships?

What are your key challenges?
Indigenous Awareness- Understanding how history impacts Indigenous Peoples?
- Understanding how current Indigenous issues impact Indigenous communities?
- Understanding Indigenous self-government?
- Understanding the constitutional, political and legal context of Indigenous issues?
- Understanding how to form and build Government - Indigenous Relations?
- Understanding pragmatic reasons for working with Indigenous Peoples?
- Knowing how to begin to consult with Indigenous Peoples?
- Knowing how to manage risk when cultivating Indigenous Relationships?
Who should take this course?
Regional and local government employees from departments including:- Mayor and Councils
- Administration and Human Resources
- Parks, Recreation and Culture
- Planning, Building and Development
- Business and Economic Development
- Contractors and suppliers
- Non-profit community development organizations
- Those preparing for a career in local or municipal government
This training opportunity was incredibly valuable. Packed into one day was a wealth of historical context, sensitive insight and practical information relevant to working effectively with indigenous people today. Thank you!.
D.W. • City of Abbotsford
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The trainers are very engaging and helped our understanding by sharing real world examples of how the learning could be applied. Thank you for contributing to my journey of reconciliation.
J.D. • City of Hamilton
Our Advanced Training exceeds the requirements of CCIB PAIR certification.
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