Indigenous Advisory Panel

Mandate         

To provide guidance to the City of Greater Sudbury (CGS) in developing and implementing policies, processes and initiatives that are inclusive of Indigenous community members, ensuring active engagement in responding to the Calls to Action identified by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

Primary Objectives   

  • To provide insight and guidance on developing policies, procedures and initiatives that ensure the inclusivity of Indigenous community members.
  • To guide the City in creating training and tools to enhance awareness, understanding and knowledge of Indigenous relations for the community and CGS employees.
  • To share information on accessing resources to improve the CGS’s approach to Indigenous relations, including drummers, firekeepers, speakers, translators and other resources.
  • To offer guidance on developing and reviewing documents and guidelines within the scope of Indigenous relations.
  • To provide input on planning and executing events with Indigenous content.

Membership        

The Panel will be comprised of a maximum of 12 members, as follows:

  • Ten members as appointed by their community or agency, including:
    • Two representatives from Atikameksheng Anishnawbek
      • One Staff 
      • One Elder/Knowledge Keeper
    • Two representatives from Wahnapitae First Nation
      • One Staff 
      • One Elder/Knowledge Keeper
    • One representative from Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
    • One representative from N’Swakamok Indigenous Friendship Centre
    • One representative from Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services
    • One representative from Shkagamik-Kew Health Centre
    • Two youth representatives: To be selected by the panel members, as required
  • The Mayor or a designated Member of Council
  • One Member of Council

Time Commitment

The Indigenous Engagement Advisory Panel will meet quarterly with additional meetings scheduled as required.  

Contact

Christian Naponse
Email: christian.naponse.@greatersudbury.ca
Phone: 705-207-1232