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?

Indigenous Relations

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

Anyone with an interest in Indigenous relations between municipal or local governments including:

Contractors and suppliers
Non-profit community development organizations
Those preparing for a career in local or municipal government

Summer Bonus Offer

Register and complete any private In-Person or Live-Guided group training in July or August 2025 and receive a complimentary 1-hour live virtual Q&A session with one of our highly skilled training professionals!

This is a $1500 value and offers the opportunity to deepen your team's understanding and address any questions that may have arisen during or after the training. Our training advisor is happy to answer any questions you may have about this summer offer.