In the fall of 2009 and the winter of 2010, two workshops responding to the growing interest in non- timber forest resources were held in Nanaimo, British Columbia (November 6, 2009) and Truro, Nova Scotia (February 18-19, 2010). This report summarizes the main outcomes, lessons learned and key messages of those workshops and provides some suggestions for strategies that the Canadian Model Forest Network and its members could follow to support future development in the non-timber forest products sector.
"First Nation products need to be highlighted as legitimate and credible socially, culturally, economically, and environmentally responsible products that directly contribute to the well-being of First Nation communities and culture."
Sheridan’s Community Worker-Outreach and Development Program equips you with skills to empower a local, regional or international community to bring about change. Learn what you need to know to facilitate and organize a grassroots effort. Get real world experience through the program’s over 575 hours of field placement. Through your community development diploma program, you'll gain skills and knowledge in: facilitating groups and workshops, community economic development, advocacy and conflict resolution, non-profit marketing, and more!
Blending strategic planning with creative communications, our Business Administration: Marketing program trains your mind to think from a consumer’s point of view, and then get the right message out. The program provides skills training in market research, consumer behaviour, advertising, small business management, retail, professional sales and computer marketing applications. Along with a work-practicum, you’ll acquire the critical marketing skills necessary to survive and thrive in today’s exciting and challenging marketplace.
Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO)
Year of publication:
2012
"The 11 competencies identified for the job of an Aboriginal EDO are not used only in that occupation. Some are transferable to other occupations or are used in other parts of one's life.
Advocates are committed to working with Aboriginal people(s) and communities to promote social justice, self determination and self governance. Your work as an advocate requires a solid foundation in the legal, political and social history of Aboriginal peoples in Canada in order to deliver services and design programs which meet the needs of the communities and individuals.
This diploma program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and expertise to undertake responsibilities, both on and off-reserve, in relation to sound financial management and sustainable Aboriginal communities. Furthermore, the program will provide graduates with the expertise to advise in matters relating to financial administration, capital projects, financial planning and marketing.
