Why is it Important to Engage your Community The idea that children are born into and grow up in a social environment is common throughout the world’s diverse cultures. Part of this idea is that children are naturally connected with everyone in their family, community, and town. First Nations, although they differ in customs, traditions, […]
Organizing Community Gatherings Discussing issues can take many forms. Gatherings go by many names—round tables, symposia, workshops, seminars or forums. Whatever they are called, these sessions give people the opportunity to learn from each other, to focus on something, to get things done, to discuss issues, to move people to action, and to share information. […]
Glossary B Band Council A governing body, under the Indian Act, for the band (First Nation) that consists of one Chief and several Councillors chosen through elections or local customs. C Closing Prayer A prayer or ceremony that is led by an Elder or Knowledge Keeper typically at the end of a gathering to bring […]
References Battiste, Marie Ann & Barman, Jean. 1995. First Nations Education in Canada: The Circle Unfolds. UBC Press. https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/DAM/DAM-INTER-BC/STAGING/texte-text/fnct_e_1100100021861_eng.pdf https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1100100021860/1100100021862 https://www.nwac.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/CHRA-A-Toolkit-for-Developing-Community-Based-Dispute-Resolution-Processes-in-First-Nations-Communities.pdf Restoring Indigenous Spirituality in the Environment (RISE) Toolkit – Native Women’s Association of Canada Image Sources pg.11 Community Engagement © Three Things Consulting pg.12 Sample Community Agenda © Three Things Consulting […]
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