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Cultural Awareness (Virtual Oct 06-08, 2026)

The BC Employment Network in partnership with the Indigenous Community for Leadership and Development (ICLD) and CLBC is excited to launch Culturally Awareness Training. This training is a step in the process of reconciliation and understanding and provides meaningful dialogue and efforts to improve the relationship between Indigenous people and Canada.

Date

October 6, 2026 - October 8, 2026

Time

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fees

$ 50.00 CAD (Fees) + 5% (GST) = $ 52.50 CAD (Per Person)

Training Delivery

Virtual

Virtual Training Requirements

A computer, a strong internet connection, speakers and a microphone, a webcam and a work space conducive to virtual learning (quiet location).

Learning Outcomes

This workshop provides an introductory level of understanding of Crown-Indigenous relations and the primary elements in developing strong relationships with Indigenous people and communities.

Key Topics

  • A history of Crown-Indigenous relations in Canada
  • Relevant legislation concerning Indigenous relations (Constitution Act, UNDRIP, Declaration Act)
  • An introduction to reconciliation
  • How to initiate a reconciliation strategy in your organization
  • Becoming an Ally for Indigenous people.
  • Instructor

    Sara Curley is of mixed Kanien’kahá:ka and European Heritage. She lived often with her grandparents Larry Curley, and Kathleen Curley near Ohsweken Ontario, on the Six Nations Reserve. When not living with her grandparents, She lived in a diversity of cities across turtle island, following her Fathers work with Canadian Air Force. Today her passion for nurturing empowered leaders lead her to become a Certified Professional Coach with a specialization in transitions and change management, and Trauma-informed practitioner. Her passion and her unique heritage drives her work as ICLD’s Corporate House Lead, It is through the diversity and strength of our relationships that reconciliation will be successful.

    Further Information

    The Workshop is 10:00am to 12:00pm October 06, 07 & 08, 2026 (2 hours per day, a total of 6 hours of training).

    There will no refunds for cancellations or no shows.

    Please email info@bcenetwork.ca if you have questions regarding this learning experience.

    Registration Form

    Date

    October 6, 2026 - October 8, 2026

    Time

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Fees

    $ 50.00 CAD (Fees) + 5% (GST) = $ 52.50 CAD (Per Person)

    Training Delivery

    Virtual

    Virtual Training Requirements

    A computer, a strong internet connection, speakers and a microphone, a webcam and a work space conducive to virtual learning (quiet location).

    Materials

    Distributed electronically. Students must be able to print materials.