Indigenous Engagement

Consultation versus Reconciliation  

What is the difference and how it impacts your company's reputation

Recoprocity

Reciprocity is the give and take in a relationship and cannot be overlooked. What are the expectations? How do I do it and why?

Don't Be a Tugeye!

"Tugeye' is a Cree swear word and something you do not want to be referred to in a meeting! Best practice engagement techniques and protocols are explored and shared. 

Advancing & Decolonizing the Workplace

Understanding what identities you hold through self-reflection help uncover how these values may impact decolonization in the workplace.

Decolonizing your Intent

Although your intentions to create a stable relationship may be honorable, they may not be well-received. The 'why' and 'how' are examined.

Tokenism, Performative versus Authentic Relationship Building

What is the difference and why should I care? An exploration of going beyond intention to engaging empathetically; understanding how to show up and show your support while working towards allyship.

Myths and Misconceptions

Here we explore the many myths and misconceptions that, due in large part, were created by colonial practices, policies and oppression. Included in this teaching is a high-level and basic Indigenous history.

Lateral Violence

Indigenous Peoples of Canada have endured severe oppression, which manifests in behaviors that are not conducive to relationship building. Possibilities to combat this starts with an understanding of where this might be coming from and how it shows up in the workplace.