Governance in Action: Practical Tools for First Nations Leaders

Building capacity for Chiefs, Councilors, and Community Board Members:

This program is appropriate for Chief's, Councilors, and those serving on First Nation's Health, Child and Family Services, Economic Development, and Community Boards.

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 workshop takes you through the theory and practice of community and organizational governance, led by Facilitator Sherry Jimmy and guest presenters. 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 councilor, director, and organizational leader.

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We are excited to announce our guest speaker , Cree Vice Chief Richard Derocher who will speak on “The Inherent Right to Govern: Indigenous Worldview, Treaties & Constitution, and Colonial Structures.”

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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, presenters 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 Council and Board Meetings
• Understand governance principles versus operational management
• Develop strong governance and leadership attributes
• Leverage your unique experience to offer as a leader and director in your community and organization
• Governance Policy Development
• Shared Governance Training
• Strategic Planning : the Who-What-When-Where & How

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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?

Chief's, Councilors, and those serving on First Nation's health, Child and Family Services, Economic Development and Community Boards

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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?

Yes, a catered lunch will be provided, along with coffee, tea, and muffins in the morning

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.