With reconciliation with Indigenous peoples occupying a more central position in public policy, business dealings and management practices, there is a real need for leaders, executives and decision-makers to be more attuned to Indigenous realities so they can avoid the misunderstandings, misconceptions and miscommunications that have long impeded the development of mutually beneficial partnerships.
This program is an opportunity to make significant strides forward in your journey of greater awareness, understanding and engagement. The combined expertise of a First Nations leader and an Indigenous relations expert will help you build meaningful and lasting connections focused on collaboration, reciprocity and respect.
UNDERSTAND THE ISSUES. BUILD WITH CONFIDENCE. ACT WITH PURPOSE.
This training is offered in collaboration with:
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GOALS
- Debunk the myths and deepen your understanding of Indigenous peoples in Quebec and across Canada.
- Explore the historical, legal and political dimensions of relationships between government and Indigenous peoples.
- Gain insight into cultural dynamics, Indigenous governance structures and leadership mechanisms.
- Understand the principles of engagement, protocols and expectations with regard to economic partnership.
- Contemplate your role as an ally and set out concrete ways forward for your organization.
IS THIS FOR YOU?
This curriculum is for anyone interested in establishing or strengthening ties with Indigenous communities, be they C-suite executives, EDI coordinators, public-sector managers, economic development specialists, legal practitioners or business partners.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Make the most of this program developed and taught in tandem by two First Nations Executive Education instructors (one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous) in an affirming space, informed by an inspiring testimonial from an Indigenous entrepreneur.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of Indigenous realities to avoid faux pas, foster a climate of trust, and bring a respectful attitude and credibility to the table.
- Leave with practical tools, legal and cultural references, and clear solutions for building long-term relationships aligned with the principles of engagement.
Completion of this program qualifies participants to receive an attestation from First Nations Executive Education, propelled by Executive Education HEC Montréal.
Digging deeper to build better
- Colonial history and its ongoing impacts
- Ancestral rights, treaties, Canadian legislation and UNDRIP
- Decolonization, reconciliation and Indigenization
Forging Nation-to-Nation relationships
- Profile of Indigenous Nations in Quebec/Canada
- Political structures, economic ecosystems and Indigenous leadership
- Indigenous takes on value creation
Engaging with respect and in harmony
- Keys for building relationships rooted in trust, respect and reciprocity
- Cultural protocols and specific steps to take
- Pathways Alliance and social acceptability of projects
- Principles of engagement that all organizations should be familiar with
TRAINING APPROACH
- First Nations cultures
- Nations quiz
- Group discussions
- Sharing of participants’ experiences
President, SEIZE03
Adjunct Professor, HEC Montréal
EMBA McGill - HEC Montréal
Deputy Manager of Development and Asset Management, RBA Financial Group
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GOALS
- Debunk the myths and deepen your understanding of Indigenous peoples in Quebec and across Canada.
- Explore the historical, legal and political dimensions of relationships between government and Indigenous peoples.
- Gain insight into cultural dynamics, Indigenous governance structures and leadership mechanisms.
- Understand the principles of engagement, protocols and expectations with regard to economic partnership.
- Contemplate your role as an ally and set out concrete ways forward for your organization.
IS THIS FOR YOU?
This curriculum is for anyone interested in establishing or strengthening ties with Indigenous communities, be they C-suite executives, EDI coordinators, public-sector managers, economic development specialists, legal practitioners or business partners.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Make the most of this program developed and taught in tandem by two First Nations Executive Education instructors (one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous) in an affirming space, informed by an inspiring testimonial from an Indigenous entrepreneur.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of Indigenous realities to avoid faux pas, foster a climate of trust, and bring a respectful attitude and credibility to the table.
- Leave with practical tools, legal and cultural references, and clear solutions for building long-term relationships aligned with the principles of engagement.
Completion of this program qualifies participants to receive an attestation from First Nations Executive Education, propelled by Executive Education HEC Montréal.
Digging deeper to build better
- Colonial history and its ongoing impacts
- Ancestral rights, treaties, Canadian legislation and UNDRIP
- Decolonization, reconciliation and Indigenization
Forging Nation-to-Nation relationships
- Profile of Indigenous Nations in Quebec/Canada
- Political structures, economic ecosystems and Indigenous leadership
- Indigenous takes on value creation
Engaging with respect and in harmony
- Keys for building relationships rooted in trust, respect and reciprocity
- Cultural protocols and specific steps to take
- Pathways Alliance and social acceptability of projects
- Principles of engagement that all organizations should be familiar with
TRAINING APPROACH
- First Nations cultures
- Nations quiz
- Group discussions
- Sharing of participants’ experiences
President, SEIZE03
Adjunct Professor, HEC Montréal
EMBA McGill - HEC Montréal
Deputy Manager of Development and Asset Management, RBA Financial Group