Indigenous Consultation & Engagement in Planning - NEW

Date:
November 24, 2026

Location:
OPPI Headquarters - 4881 Yonge Street, Suite 401, Toronto, ON, M2N 6Y9

Time:
9:00 AM (EST)

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

Date: November 24, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

CPL: 5 Units

A light breakfast and refreshments will be served.

Please Note: This is the only opportunity to take this workshop in the 2026 Education Calendar.

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Build better relationships. Practice with respect.

Planners have a legal and ethical duty to engage meaningfully with Indigenous Peoples, Nations, and communities. This workshop goes beyond compliance to equip you with the tools, insight, and humility needed for meaningful consultation. Learn from a First Nations facilitator with lived experience to deepen your understanding of reconciliation, trust-building, and inclusive planning practices. 

Key Takeaways

  • Gain insight into the unique needs and approaches for engaging with Indigenous Organizations and First Nations Communities.
  • Support Planners in building strong, long-term relationships with these groups.
  • Develop practical engagement skills to foster equitable, mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Understand Duty to Consult requirements.
  • Learn the historical and current issues facing Indigenous Peoples.
  • Recognize the value of collaboration and co-creation in addressing land use and environmental challenges through inclusive, innovative solutions that respect Indigenous Knowledge and values.

Facilitated by Barnes Management Group - Shay Colley

Facilitator(s): Shay Colley

Pronouns: They/Them

As a passionate and dynamic professional, Shanice blends empathy, analytical rigor, and vast experience in policy analysis, indigenous wellness, and sustainability. Their commitment to equity, rooted in self-compassion, empowers them to cultivate inclusive environments, driving their pursuit of innovative solutions for complex challenges. With a solid track record in data analysis, project management, and engaging stakeholders, Shanice is dedicated to effecting significant change in community development and policymaking, with a focus on uplifting underrepresented groups and fostering positive transformation.

Fees:

Members:  $300 + HST

Non-Members:  $325 + HST

OPPI Student Member/Retired Member: $255 + HST