RFQ – 05-24 - RFQ – 05-24 – First Nations Reconciliation Framework – Consulting Services

PROJECT DESCRIPTION Through the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, the Board’s primary focus is to foster stronger connections within its communities and environment, provide sustainable service delivery and fortify both internal and external relationships. A key strategic driver is building stronger relationships with First Nations and exploring areas of shared interest. The Reconciliation Framework will serve as a cornerstone in advancing these objectives and strengthening ties with First Nations in the region. The First Nations Relations Committee is particularly eager to embark on this journey meaningfully and positively. The development of an action-oriented framework which will be grounded in the principles of UNDRIP and DRIPA and the TRC calls to action will be instrumental in providing a process to advance meaningful reconciliation. To guide the development of the framework, it will be created in collaboration with First Nations who have communities located within the SRD boundaries. Given the number of First Nations, a process to facilitate meaningful engagement and determine nations interest in participating will need to be established. The framework will be developed in a phased approach.