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There is common misconception that BC First Nations are all the same. When you take a look at this map of BC First Nations Language Families, that the UBC Museum of Anthropology produced and gave us permission to reproduce for use in our training...
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The 2015 Canada Games marks a series of firsts. It is the first time in the 48-year history of the Canada Games that a First Nation has been granted...
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How long do you think First Nations have been fighting against the inequitable treatment of First Nation women by federal government laws and...
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Things have definitely changed when it comes to First Nation Community Engagement. The Tsilhqot’in decision has moved the bar much higher in terms of...
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In a previous article we wrote about the Talking Stick and associated protocol. Here we are going to explore some of the symbolism represented in the...
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When reading statistics about the Aboriginal population in Canada, keep in mind that just as there is cultural diversity, there is also great...
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If retention of Indigenous workers is a goal for your company, then cultural leave should be addressed in your company policy. A culturally...
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The Talking stick, used in many Indigenous cultures, is an ancient and powerful “communication tool” that ensures a code of conduct of respect during...
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So, you want to start hiring Indigenous workers? Great! But, before you launch a recruitment program, you should consider helping your team prepare...
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Boasting a 90% completion rate, the Aboriginal Youth Internship Program (AYIP) has a winning model for Aboriginal recruitment. AYIP is a 12-month...
