Civic Connections

First Nations Governance Courses

We know many First Nations councillors want practical knowledge that links to traditional knowledge, guides, templates and plain language when it comes to governance. We are deliberately in the weeds with your training because that is where councils operate, at the grass roots. 

Courses

Easy as one, two, three

Choose your plan

Custom Training Bundle

$3,300 for 3 custom courses
Use your conflict of interest policy, code of conduct, council procedures to make the learning tailored to your council 
  • Private course for only your council
  • Work one-on-one with designers to put emphasis on areas you want to see strengthened
  • Review and feedback on your existing governance policies

Individual Courses

$200/course
Perhaps only your chair needs training on running a meeting or one councillor has been directed to take training on conflict of interest. No problem! Buy only the courses you need. 
  • Reports on progress available
  • Great for when only one new person joins
  • Allows for targeted training of specific skills

Save with All Members

$2,400 for three courses
Save a bundle and purchase the following three courses for your entire council. Staff are also welcome to take the courses to learn more about governance in the First Nation. 
  • Roles and Responsibilities of First Nation councillors, uses the Indian Act and Council Procedures Regulations
  • Understanding conflict of interest: Uses common terms and concepts related to conflict of interest
  • Chairing Meetings: examines chairing both council and committee meetings with best practices for both. 
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The running for council course is showing as $500 for unlimited learners, is this right?

Yes!  We want as many people as possible to understand the roles and responsibilities of a First Nations councillor. If you have an election coming up we can even customize the course by adding your election documents into the course. 

How long does a councillor have to complete a course?

One year. After the year they can still stay a member of the community and ask or answer questions.

What information will the First Nation receive about the individual councillor taking the course?

Unless the councillor has been directed to take the course via council resolution we would not provide individual information back to the community. If all councillors are  taking a course we could provide an overview of where they are at. As an example 2 of 5 have completed, or on average the group has spent 1.4 hours on the course. If you want reporting please contact us as it is important that the councillors all input in the same community in order to group them.  As an example if some councillors used Behdzi Ahda but others used Colville Lake it would be difficult to create a report. 

Why choose us for Governance Training?

Outstanding features for highly customizable courses, units, lessons, and quizzes.

Rural/Remote focus

Supporting rural, remote and First Nations communities. We understand this learner and our courses are made for their needs.

Unique Learning Programs

Three learning paths for First Nations Councils, Municipal Councils and Corporate Boards.  Each program has six courses.

Tailored

Courses can be tailored to your governance structure and to your geographic location so the legislation is relevant.

Self-Assessments

Self assessments to see if the learner already has some of the knowledge and skills. These assessments build confidence and encourage exploration.

Discuss with others

Learners can participate in our online forums, share thoughts and ideas, increase connections, and learn from each other. We actively moderate the forum.

$2,400 when you buy three course together

We know budgets are tight. Purchase a three course bundle for $2,400 for all council members. See details below. 

Sample a unit free

Not sure if this would be right for your council/board?
View our module on privacy from the running for council course to get
a sense of the content.
What we offer

A learning journey
A learning community

Our training for First Nations councillors is based on the journey a councillor will take. We start with running for council because we believe that everyone's interests are best served by having more knowledgeable candidates. Then we have a series of courses councillors can take on the following topics:
  • Orientation to Role
  • Chairing a meeting
  • Finance
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Private Meetings
  • Confidentiality
Our community of learners lets councillors connect with other councillors all across the country. Sharing ideas, asking questions, getting support is what our community is all about. 
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Contact details

Get in touch

Address
Yellowknife, NT
Phone
867-444-4644
E-mail
info@civicconections.ca
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday 9.00 - 19.00

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