Download or read book Key Factors Influencing First Nation Youth Perspectives on Forest Management and Capacity Development in Northern Ontario Canada written by Paul A. Robitaille and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Nation youth often play a central, though indirect, role in Ontario's forest sector as the beneficiaries of capacity-building arrangements, employment opportunities and cultural-retention initiatives. Correspondingly, recent peer-reviewed literature has emphasized the need to engage First Nation youth directly regarding the forestry-related issues that affect them. Such steps will help to ensure that forest policy and youth-focused capacity development initiatives fully realize their intended benefits and remain relevant into the future. Despite this imperative, the direct engagement of First Nation youth remains a major outstanding gap in the research. This exploratory study endeavoured to fill the current knowledge gap by directly engaging First Nations youth participants in the First Nations Natural Resources Youth Employment Program through semi-structured interviews and focus group activities. Using inductive, qualitative grounded theory analysis, four key perspective-influencing factors were identified: relationship; natural and socioeconomic cycles; intergenerational equity; and the resource trap. These explanatory factors indicate that participants' thought processes and worldviews are deeply grounded in and affected by the unique historical experiences, sociocultural traditions and contemporary lived realities of their First Nation communities. Forest sector relationships, policies and capacity development initiatives in Ontario could thus be supported through the adoption of several specific policy directions, including: mandating comprehensive social impact analysis as a component of forest management planning; including specific funding for education and employment supports within broader capacity development initiatives; and supporting additional opportunities for culturally-rooted, land-based, experiential learning for First Nation youth.
Download or read book An Exploration of On reserve Forest Management Capacity and Forest Certification Interest in First Nations Communities Across Canada written by Trena Allen and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This report presents findings of a survey on forest management planning and forest certification schemes for on- and off-reserve forests in Canadian First Nations communities. The survey covers such topics as awareness among First Nations communities of forest management plans and certification programs; resource management capacity; implementation of existing forest management plans; and certification opportunities. It includes four case studies of communities in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, and British Columbia."--Government of Canada Publications website.
Download or read book Major Forest Sector Issues and Initiatives and Their Impact on Aboriginal Communities written by and published by . This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This paper provides an overview of the key issues and major trends influencing forest management and forest sector activities in Canada. The purpose is to explore the impact, on Aboriginal communities and their aspirations, of the changes occurring in the sector resulting from major initiatives designed to address the underlying issues. As well, this paper is a commentary on the challenges inherent in addressing Aboriginal participation as a fundamental element of sustainable forest management and in ensuring that Aboriginal people derive an equitable share of the benefits."--Government of Canada Publications website.
Download or read book Traditional Ecological Knowledge Within the Government of Canada s First Nation Forestry Program written by Canada. Indian and Northern Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rebirth written by Anne-Marie Mawhiney and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 1993 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 11 papers published here are from the 1992 Institute of Northern Ontario Research and Development Conference.
Download or read book Scientific and First Nation Perspectives of Non timber Forest Products a Case Study from the Shoal Lake Watershed Northwestern Ontario NCE SFMN Project Combining Scientific and First Nations Knowledge for the Management and Harvest of Traditional and Commercial Non timber Forest Products written by Berkes, Fikret and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book First Nation and Forest Industry Relationships written by John Graham and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book First Nation Participation in Canada s Model Forest Program 1992 1997 written by Hugh V. Walker and published by The Program. This book was released on 1999 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Seeing Beyond the Trees written by David C. Natcher and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The common theme throughout this text is the need to link research to management, policy, and the real-world needs of First Nation communities. Today’s forest managers must now consider the social and political context of land use, value systems and expectations, and emerging rights-based issues involving Aboriginal peoples."--pub. desc.
Download or read book Changing the Culture of Forestry in Canada written by Marc G. Stevenson and published by University of Alberta Press. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Existing institutions and rules of engagement for sustainable forest management (SFM) in Canada are not designed to accommodate the rights or interests of its Aboriginal peoples. In recognition of this, there has emerged a community of Aboriginal partners and academic researchers committed to changing forestry practices, institutions, and policies. They have collectively undertaken research to address the needs, rights, and interests of forest-dependent Aboriginal communities, with the intention of producing knowledge and skill sets needed to reform forest and resource development sectors. This is the first of two volumes that will highlight the most current and critical research undertaken by this community of practice. While this book and upcoming companion volume are aimed directly at Canada's forest sector, the implications of this research should be of considerable interest and value to all who have a vested interest in natural resource development and management on lands where Aboriginal peoples assert constitutionally protected rights and interests. By attempting to create the ethical space for Aboriginal peoples in building new institutions and policies for their engagement in SFM, this volume addresses some of the most pressing environmental and social issues that Canadians face today.
Download or read book First Nations Forestry Program written by First Nation Forestry Program (Canada) and published by Natural Ressources Canada. This book was released on 2005 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The First Nation Forestry Program intends to improve the economic conditions in status Indian communities with full consideration of the principles of sustainable forest management. This report presents case studies of Program successes, organized under the following themes: forest management; building skills & professional development; community employment; forestry business; ecotourism & forest resources; traditional knowledge; and regional initiatives. These examples provide a role model to other First Nations wishing to develop their own projects or to those who want to gain insight into First Nation forest-related issues & development. Contact information is included with each case study.
Download or read book National Meeting of Provincial and Territorial Management Committees written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Summarizes proceedings of a meeting held to discuss various aspects of the First Nation Forestry Program, including: key issues impacting on First Nations in the forestry sector; program management in several provinces and territories; creating partnerships, capacity building, and training; reserve forest management; funding mechanisms for forestry development; and findings & recommendations from the interim review of the Program.
Download or read book Forests Postsecondary Education and Aboriginal People written by Peter N. Duinker and published by Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. : Great Lakes Forestry Centre. This book was released on 1996 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aboriginal people in Canada are increasingly expressing a desire for forestry education opportunities, yet few post- secondary institutions have yet responded to this need. It is anticipated that Aboriginal groups will frequently enter into partnership arrangements with colleges and universities for delivery of forestry education to Aboriginal students, and for delivery of Aboriginal forestry concepts to all students. This report presents a framework for such a partnership, from early explorations through program design and delivery to ongoing long-term relationships. The framework consists of a goal, a set of principles, and guidance on partnership development. The framework has been developed through consultations with Aboriginal people in northern Ontario, but is offered for use anywhere in Canada.
Download or read book Minister of Forests First Nations Forestry Workshop Challenges and Opportunities Facing First Nation Forestry Ventures and Means of Increasing First Nation Participation in the Forest Sector written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication summarizes proceedings of a workshop on the challenges & opportunities facing First Nations forestry ventures and the means of increasing First Nation participation in the forestry sector. Topics covered include what has & has not worked in First Nation/forest industry partnerships, capacity development, fostering communication among parties, accessing allowable annual cut, joint venture arrangements, the structure & process for discussing forest policy issues, current instruments for increasing First Nation participation in forestry, collaboration in marketing, and access to financing & capital.
Download or read book Building Common Ground written by Melanie Zurba and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historically, First Nations in Canada have been marginalized with regards to the governance of forests. This has contributed to racial tensions in places such as northwestern Ontario, where First Nations and settlers have come into conflict over land allocations and forestry practices, causing a great need for reconciliation within the institutions built around forests. Recent socio-economic shifts have influenced forest tenure reform in Ontario, and in the northwest this has contributed in part to examples of collaborative forest governance involving First Nations, as well as First Nations involvement in the business side of forest management. This research used a case study approach and considered two interconnected case studies. The first is Wincrief Forestry Products Ltd., a forest products company that is 49% industry owned and 51% First Nations owned. The second is the Miitigoog General Partner Inc., a larger collaborative organization (inclusive of the first) that was set up to manage the Kenora Forest through a Sustainable Forestry License with decision-making authority shared equally by First Nation and industry partners. The purpose of my research was to understand the implications of transformative learning within cross-cultural settings, particularly how such learning can inform collaborative governance of shared land and resources. Qualitative methods were used, including document review and semi-structured interviews with key informants and those involved in governance [n=43]. Data related to governance were analyzed using institutional mapping, and other data were coded according to the learning and transitional justice literature. Findings are presented as learning outcomes and processes, and contextualized forms of learning relating to cross-cultural collaboration. The research makes several contributions to understanding governance, learning and reconciliation within the context of cross-cultural forest management. Key results included evidence of the importance of informal learning and learning together prior to formal collaboration. Another key result was that learning outcomes may depend on when partners enter the collaboration, and in relation to this that working through initial conflicts were an important aspect of learning through collaboration. This research highlights the importance of learning-by-doing, connections between culture and learning, and the importance of "two-row" (non-assimilative) and decolonizing approaches to understanding cross-cultural learning.
Download or read book Public Participation in Forest Management written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Make it Safe written by Amanda M. Klasing and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The report, 'Make It Safe: Canada's Obligation to End the First Nations Water Crisis,' documents the impacts of serious and prolonged drinking water and sanitation problems for thousands of indigenous people--known as "First Nations"--living on reserves. It assesses why there are problems with safe water and sanitation on reserves, including a lack of binding water quality regulations, erratic and insufficient funding, faulty or sub-standard infrastructure, and degraded source waters. The federal government's own audits over two decades show a pattern of overpromising and underperforming on water and sanitation for reserves"--Publisher's description.
