PLANNING
circle
Are you looking for a place to share, build relationships, explore new ways of being and doing, and learn from the experiences of other First Nations? The Planning Circle is here for you!
A sharing
space
I have to tell you, at first I didn't want to participate in the Circle. It turned out to be one of my greatest sources of knowledge, because people were talking about the lessons they had learned in their planning process. I got to learn from the get-go.
Why?
One of the objectives of the Circle is to highlight First Nations stories and planning expertise. We regularly receive guests from all over Turtle Island, in an open and non-judgmental space.
Who?
The Circle is open to anyone involved in First Nations planning in Quebec and Labrador. We are always honoured to see the Circle grow. Welcome!
WHERE AND WHEN?
The Circle meets several times a year, online. An interpretation service (English and French) is always available.
Whenever possible, the Circle also meets in person, once or twice a year. The host First Nation co-develops the program with the FNQLSDI team. Several activities are possible: community visits, cultural activities, training, conferences, collective meals… Our gatherings are precious opportunities to strengthen our relationships, learn together and take care of ourselves.
WHAt?
Circle gatherings are structured around the questions and priorities of the participants. Here is an example :
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
1:00 p.m. | Opening circle |
1:30 p.m. | Community story: Waskaganish community planning by Roy Weistche (video + presentation + discussion) |
2:00 p.m. | Break |
2:10 p.m. | Mini-training: Drafting a funding application by Kim Chevrier (Kebaowek) and Catherine Béland (FNQLSDI) (presentation + discussion) |
2:50 p.m. | Round table: Your theme of the month! (discussion in large or small groups) |
3:15 p.m. | Relevant information: Funding programs, upcoming activities, etc. |
3:20 p.m. | Closing circle |
3:30 p.m. | End of the meeting |
PLANNING CIRCLES
from other regions
COAST-TO-COAST COLLABORATION
There are other practice circles elsewhere on Turtle Island. If you’re interested in finding out more about their activities, here are a few suggestions: