Serving the Business Community
Indigenous Awareness Training
Our Indigenous Awareness Training webinars are designed to inform members of the business community about the culture and history of Indigenous peoples in Saskatchewan. Current courses range from Level 1 to Level 2 with advanced courses offering an in-depth look at HR practices and cultural traditions.
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Level 1: Indigenous Awareness Training
Myths & Misconceptions
Learn MoreOpen to the SCC membership and the general public, this introductory session covers the history of First Nation & Métis peoples in Saskatchewan from pre-contact to today, including Treaties and the TRC Calls to Action. The session takes place over a one full day session of 8 hours. Participants are encouraged to engage in dialogue and participate in various exercises throughout the day.
This session is a prerequisite to all advanced levels of Indigenous Awareness Training.
Level 2: Indigenous Awareness Training
Implementing an Indigenous Strategy & Hiring/Retention for Business
Learn MoreThis advanced session is designed with senior business leaders and Human Resource managers in mind and covers how to implement an Indigenous strategy for your business as well as information on hiring and retaining Indigenous employees. The session takes place over a half day, or 4 hours. Participants are encouraged to engage in dialogue and participate in various case studies throughout the session.
Prerequisite: Attendees should have already attended Level 1; Indigenous Awareness Training – Myths & Misconceptions or have a base level knowledge of the history of Indigenous & Métis peoples in Saskatchewan as well as the TRC Calls to Action.
Check this page regularly for additional sessions.
Level 3
Indigenous Protocols & Cultural Traditions in Saskatchewan
Learn MoreThis session is designed as a supplement course to Indigenous Awareness Training level 1 and 2.
This session provides participants with an in depth look at Indigenous Protocols and Cultural Traditions in Saskatchewan, including how to interact with Indigenous Elders, knowledge keepers, cultural advisors, and Elder’s helpers. This session takes place upon request.
Prerequisite: Attendees should have already attended Indigenous Awareness Training Level 1: Myths & Misconceptions or have a base level knowledge of the history of Indigenous & Métis peoples in Saskatchewan as well as the TRC Calls to Action.
Bryce Martin
Great Plains College
I enjoyed the Indigenous Awareness training organized by the Saskatchewan Chamber, facilitated by John Lagimodiere and Nick Crighton! It was very informational and well-instructed – John and Nick are doing a tremendous job!
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