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FIRST NATIONS AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAND USE PLANNING REGIONAL WORKSHOP: Understanding and Sharing Land Use Frameworks

NOVEMBER 12-14, 2024

Thunderbird Hall, Campbell River, BC

We acknowledge this event takes place on the unceded territory of the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ʷ people of the We Wai Kai and Wei Wai Kum Nations. This gratitude extends to the many Indigenous Nations on whose territories we work, live and play.

Do you work in land use planning? Curious about how UNDRIP impacts the ways local governments and First Nations in B.C. are working together? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop specifically designed to enhance connections and understanding between First Nations and local government on land use frameworks and identify tools for developing shared land use practices.

With the input of experienced practitioners from First Nations and local governments, this workshop features regionally curated content for the Vancouver Island and Coast region. The registration is open to First Nations and local government staff from this region only.

Register online by November 4, 2024.

This workshop aims to strengthen the dialogue between First Nations and local governments, providing valuable tools and strategies for developing shared land use practices. Participants will explore the intersections of land use planning through interactive sessions, discussions, and presentations led by experts in the field.

For any questions, contact LGMA office at office@lgma.ca.

Important Deadlines and Information

Registration Deadline:

The registration deadline is November 4, 2024. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register now to ensure your participation.

Bursary Opportunity for First Nations Registrants:

First Nations staff attending the workshop can apply for a $150 bursary to help cover registration fees. We encourage eligible applicants facing financial barriers to apply.

The bursary application deadline is also November 4, 2024.

Accommodations

We have secured special room rates at the following hotels to make your stay more convenient. Be sure to book your accommodations by October 31 to take advantage of these rates:

  • Coast Discovery Inn – Call 250-287-7155 and use group code: CDI-GFC3120
  • Comfort Inn – Call 250-914-5117 and use group code: ‘Land Use Planning workshop’

Key Workshop Features

Pre-Workshop Session: The workshop will begin with Jenelle Greenway leading the Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop on November 12. Learn more about the Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop: https://www.cultivatingsafespaces.com/

Jenelle Greenway, a Two-Spirit Tahltan-Kaska writer, podcaster, and Indigenous Rights activist, will lead this session, focusing on decolonizing education and fostering collaboration between Indigenous and Settler communities. Her approach centers on creating inclusive spaces, guiding organizations in adopting reconciliatory practices, and offering tools for supporting the LandBack movement and Reconciliation. Through her work, Jenelle highlights the impact of lateral violence on creativity and performance, offering participants spiritual self-care techniques and insights into managing team dynamics.

Keynote Speaker: On November 13, we are honoured to feature Gwen Bridge, who will deliver the keynote address. Gwen brings a wealth of knowledge on Indigenous governance and land management. She is recognized for her leadership in integrating Indigenous perspectives into environmental planning, land use management, and building sustainable practices.

 

Workshop Agenda:

We are thrilled to announce the draft agenda for the workshop, featuring presentations and interactive activities.

November 12 – Pre-Workshop

Cultivating Safe Space Workshop

Jen Greenway (Tahltan-Kaska Writer, Speaker & CSS Facilitator)

1:00pm – 5:00pm
Cultural Performance 5:30pm – 6:00pm
Welcome Dinner 6:00pm – 8:00pm

 

November 13 – Day 1

Registration & Breakfast 8:00am – 9:00am
Opening & Welcome 10:00am – 11:00am
Keynote Address: Bringing Together Indigenous & Western Worldviews in Ethical Space

Gwen Bridge, Gwen Bridge Consulting

10:00am – 11:00am
Break 11:00am – 11:15am
Presentation: Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) – Implications for Land Use Planning and Relationships Between First Nations and Local Governments

Darcy Lindberg, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Victoria

11:15 am – 12:15pm
Lunch 12:15pm – 1:15pm
Presentation: Past, Present & Future: First Nations Land Stewardship Approaches

Melissa Tokarek, Director of Lands, Malahat Nation

1:15 pm – 2:15pm
Break 2:15pm – 2:30pm
Presentation:  Past, Present & Future:  Local Government Land Management

Ron Mattiussi, RL Mattiussi Advisory Services

2:30pm – 3:30pm
Fire Side Chat:  Navigating the Current Context – Examples of Local Government & First Nation Partnerships in Land Use Planning

Collaborative Land Use Planning – City of Port Alberni, Tseshaht and Hupačasath

Speakers:  Chief Ken Watts (Tseshaht First Nation), Chief Brandy Lauder (Hupačasath First Nation – TBC) & Mayor Sharie Minions (City of Port Alberni)

3:30pm – 4:30pm
Closing Reflections 4:30pm – 4:45pm

 

November 14 – Day 2

Registration & Breakfast 8:00am – 9:00am
Day 1 Highlights 9:00am – 9:30am
Working Session: Planning Tools for Implementing Land Use Decisions 9:30am – 10:45am
Break 10:45am – 11:00am
Presentation: What does public education and engagement look like when there is resistance to change?

Aftab Erfan, Executive Director, SFU Centre for Dialogue

11:00am – 12:00pm
Lunch 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Fire Side Chat: Navigating the Current Context – Examples of Local Government & First Nations Partnerships in Land Use Planning

Collaborative Land Use Planning, Partnerships & Approaches

Speaker:  Kerry Mehaffey, former CAO Lil’wat Nation

1:00 pm – 2:00pm
Break 2:00pm – 2:15pm
Open Dialogue Session –  Where do we go from here? 2:15pm – 3:00pm
Workshop Reflections 3:00pm – 3:45pm
Closing 3:45pm – 4:00pm

 

If you require an accessibility-related measure (e.g.: captioning, accessible parking, specific dietary requirements, or any other accessibility-related measure) please contact Nicole Gonzalez Filos at NGFilos@fraserbasin.ca

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Thunderbird Hall
1420 Weiwaikum Rd
Campbell River, British Columbia V9W 5W8 Canada
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Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

Dr. Aftab Erfan will be leading the 'Public Education and Engagement in the Face of Resistance to Change' session. Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council Basin Council

#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment #PublicEducation #Engagement
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Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

Dr. Aftab Erfan will be leading the Public Education and Engagement in the Face of Resistance to Change session. Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg 

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council Basin Council 

#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment #PublicEducation #Engagement

Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

Ron Mattiussi will be leading the Local Government Land Management session. Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council

#firstnations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment
... See MoreSee Less

Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

Ron Mattiussi will be leading the Local Government Land Management session. Register before Nov. 4 to secure your spot! Bursaries available for First Nation staff. https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg 

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council 

#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment

Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

The workshop will begin with Jenelle Greenway leading the Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop on November 12. Learn more about the Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop: ow.ly/Uy6e50TVUAT

Jenelle Greenway, a Two-Spirit Tahltan-Kaska writer, podcaster, and Indigenous Rights activist, will lead this session, focusing on decolonizing education and fostering collaboration between Indigenous and Settler communities. Her approach centers on creating inclusive spaces, guiding organizations in adopting reconciliatory practices, and offering tools for supporting the LandBack movement and Reconciliation. Through her work, Jenelle highlights the impact of lateral violence on creativity and performance, offering participants spiritual self-care techniques and insights into managing team dynamics.

Bursaries available for First Nation staff. Register before Nov 4. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg

#firstnations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment
... See MoreSee Less

Are you a planner or administrator from the Vancouver Island and Coast region? Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

The workshop will begin with Jenelle Greenway leading the Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop on November 12. Learn more about the Cultivating Safe Spaces Workshop: https://ow.ly/Uy6e50TVUAT

Jenelle Greenway, a Two-Spirit Tahltan-Kaska writer, podcaster, and Indigenous Rights activist, will lead this session, focusing on decolonizing education and fostering collaboration between Indigenous and Settler communities. Her approach centers on creating inclusive spaces, guiding organizations in adopting reconciliatory practices, and offering tools for supporting the LandBack movement and Reconciliation. Through her work, Jenelle highlights the impact of lateral violence on creativity and performance, offering participants spiritual self-care techniques and insights into managing team dynamics. 

Bursaries available for First Nation staff. Register before Nov 4. https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg 

#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment

Book your hotel by tomorrow October 31 for special rates!

Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to foster collaboration between local governments and First Nations, with a focus on land use frameworks under DRIPA. This region-specific event for Vancouver Island and the Coast will include legislative insights, case studies, and tools for shared land use practices.

Bursaries available for First Nation staff! Register before November 4: ow.ly/siw950TWGFo

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with the support of the Fraser Basin Council.

#firstnations #landuse #localgovernments
... See MoreSee Less

Book your hotel by tomorrow October 31 for special rates! 

Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to foster collaboration between local governments and First Nations, with a focus on land use frameworks under DRIPA. This region-specific event for Vancouver Island and the Coast will include legislative insights, case studies, and tools for shared land use practices.

Bursaries available for First Nation staff! Register before November 4: https://ow.ly/siw950TWGFo 

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with the support of the Fraser Basin Council.

 #FirstNations #LandUse #LocalGovernments

Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

On November 13, we are honoured to feature Gwen Bridge, who will deliver the keynote address. Gwen brings a wealth of knowledge on Indigenous governance and land management. She is recognized for her leadership in integrating Indigenous perspectives into environmental planning, land use management, and building sustainable practices.

Bursaries available for First Nation staff! Register before November 4. ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council.

#firstnations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment
... See MoreSee Less

Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations!

On November 13, we are honoured to feature Gwen Bridge, who will deliver the keynote address. Gwen brings a wealth of knowledge on Indigenous governance and land management. She is recognized for her leadership in integrating Indigenous perspectives into environmental planning, land use management, and building sustainable practices.

Bursaries available for First Nation staff! Register before November 4. https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg 

In collaboration with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia and with support of the Fraser Basin Council.

#FirstNations #LandUsePlanning #ProfessionalDevelopment

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