Indigenous Opportunities 2021: Building an inclusive recovery - Day 1
While the pandemic stopped us in our tracks and impacted communities around the province, it has also presented new opportunities for bold action to rebuild in a more inclusive and collaborative way. Recent discussions triggered by the renewed attention to the history of residential schools and colonialism also emphasize the importance of an inclusive economic vision that prioritizes truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Indigenous Opportunities Forum 2021 will explore how capacity is being built, partnerships formed, and what steps are being taken to fulfill Truth and Reconciliation action 92 to create inclusive prosperity. We will also explore the significant role that Indigenous businesses and communities play in B.C.’s economic recovery and growth.
Join us as we hear how Indigenous communities and their partners in industry are taking bold action toward economic recovery and resilience for a prosperous future.
- November 2: Building capacity and empowering Nations
- November 4: Indigenous business, projects and partnerships: Inclusive recovery and renewed opportunities for growth
Bundle pricing and single day tickets are available.
Session 1
Building capacity and empowering Nations
Truth and Reconciliation action 92 states that the corporate sector work to ensure that Aboriginal peoples have equitable access to jobs, training, and education opportunities in the corporate sector, and that Aboriginal communities gain long-term sustainable benefits from economic development projects. This panel will explore progress on achieving that action as well as uncover how Nations are building their capacity and working collaboratively to achieve their goals and objectives.
Keynote:
Chief Councillor Sharleen Gale
Fort Nelson First Nation
Panellists:
Geordie Hungerford, CEO, First Nations Financial Management Board
Celeste Haldane, Chief Commissioner, BC Treaty Commission
Alexia McKinnon, Director, Indigenous Business Programs, SFU Beedie School of Business
Chief Harvey McLeod, Upper Nicola Band