Intended for First Nations, the objectives of this gathering are to:

• promote the sharing of knowledge and experience on indigenous leadership in the creation of protected areas
• network between First Nations and involved ministries.

Preparatory readings

Here are two fact sheets to set the table for the themes that will be addressed at the event. The objective of these sheets is to support and feed the reflections of First Nations in the establishment, management and governance of AIAs under the Natural Heritage Conservation Act (NHCA).

• Technical Sheet 1 – Aboriginal-Led Protected Areas (ALPA) Engagement: Setting the Context
• Technical Sheet 2 – Indigenous Conservation Sites : What do we mean by ICCA, IPCA and ALPA