First Nations Governance: Aligning Theory and Practice

Engage with Indigenous peers to build capacity around the fundamentals of community and organizational governance. Based on governance principles and models, and the First Nations Financial Management Board structures, this Morris Interactive course takes you through the theory and practice of community and organizational governance, led by Facilitator Sherry Jimmy. Sherry combines the FMB model with 35 years of experience working in First Nations communities as a manager and advisor and a municipal leader, sharing wisdom, strategies, real word exercises, and tactics to equip you as a councillor, director, and organizational leader. This program is appropriate for anyone in Indigenous leadership or on a board, including economic development, child and family services, health, etc.

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Facilitator: Sherry Jimmy

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Key Takeaways:

• Compare and contrast the Indigenous World View with leadership and governance theory
• Enhance and refine your role of as a leader or director
• Make the most of your opportunity to practice Governance
• Leverage the strength of governance models with the lived experience of both the facilitators and peers
• Step back onto your community or organization with the opportunity to better equip and guide as a leader.
• Become a more effective leader and director

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Learning Outcomes:

• Run effective Board Meetings
• Understand governance compared to operational management
• Develop strong governance leadership attributes
• Leverage your unique experience to offer as a leader and director in your community and organization Governance Policy Development
• Shared Governance Training
• Economic Development turn key setup
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership Development
• Board Evaluation Tools
• Developing a Balanced Scorecard

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Location:

Morris Interactive Learning Centre (inside the Supreme Steel building)

1 North Corman Industrial Park, Saskatoon, SK S7K 8C1

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‍Who Is This For?

This training is for new and existing Chiefs, Councillors, and Board Members.

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Frequently asked questions

Where will the workshop be taking place?

At the Morris Interactive Learning Centre (inside the Supreme Steel building) 1 North Corman Industrial Park, Saskatoon, SK S7K 8C1

Will lunch be served?

No (but there will be coffee, tea, and muffins). We recommend bringing your own lunch or going to a nearby restaurant.

Do we have to pay for parking?

No, the Morris Interactive Learning Centre (inside the Supreme Steel building) has free parking.

What do I need to bring?

Yourself, all materials will be provided.

If I don’t attend, will I get a refund?

To offer a more streamlined experience for all participants, we do not offer refunds.

Can I bring a friend or colleague with me?

Of course! As long as they have been registered at least 2 weeks prior and paid for their seat (unless the workshop is at capacity).

Can I pay for my seat after attending the training?

Sorry, your seat is only confirmed once payment has been received.

Can I pay by cheque or invoice?

To offer a more streamlined experience, as of April 1, 2025, we are only accepting credit card payments for our conferences or workshops. If approval is needed by your supervisor, we can send an approval package, which includes an estimate and a copy of the agenda for approval by your organization.