Day One: Tuesday, May 30, 2023
10:30 EDT
15 minWelcome and Opening Remarks from the Chair
10:45 EDT
60 minKeynote Speech: Financial Sustainability for Indigenous Governments in Canada
- Understand the importance of self-governance
- Learn about funding opportunities
- Understand the importance of investments
- Consider Indigenous perspectives, values and approaches
- Hear the latest information on collaborative initiatives
11:45 EDT
60 minFinancial Management in Times of Crisis
Syrena Courtorielle, Senior Manager, Indigenous Markets, CIBC
- Address financial issues in urban areas
- Leverage economic resources
- Importance of access to community and government services
- Achieve financial social capital
- Understand the importance of financial resilience
12:45 EDT
45 minBreak
13:30 EDT
60 minFinancial Sustainability for Indigenous Government
Wil Jimmy, Account Relationship Manager, WJ Strategic Partnerships
14:30 EDT
60 minInnovation in Indigenous Financing
- Overcome barriers to economic participation
- Address resource gaps and investment needs of innovators
- Support innovators with the skills, knowledge and tools needed to succeed
- Increase social capital by cultivating networks
- Share stories of hope, possibility and impact
15:30 EDT
60 minFinancial Reporting and Auditing for Indigenous Governments
Glenn Fleetwood, Senior Consultant, Indigenous Finances, BDO Canada
- Hear the latest updates on accounting recommendations
- Learn which CPA standards are relevant for your organization
- Enhance the financial accountability and transparency of Indigenous governments
- Prepare public disclosure for audited consolidated financial statements
- Tips to prepare for an independent audit
16:30 EDT
Closing Remarks from the Chair
Day Two: Wednesday, May 31, 2023
10:30 EDT
minWelcome and Opening Remarks from the Chair
10:30 EDT
60 minRisk Management and Internal Controls for Indigenous Governments
- Develop detailed arrangements for risk oversight
- Assist accountable authorities in developing internal controls
- Outline key requirements for establishing and maintaining fraud control
- Establish and maintain audit committees
- Hear the latest information on government risk management policy
11:30 EDT
60 minCatalyzing Change At All Levels Through Accessing Funding and Grants
Noah Wilson, Co-Chair, Truth and Reconciliation Advisory Council, The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
- Hear about funding opportunities
- Support sustainable and culturally appropriate development projects planned and implemented by and for Indigenous communities
- Improve access to key decision-makers
- Promote collaboration in the private and public spheres
- Increase capacity for self-development
12:30 EDT
45 minBreak
13:15 EDT
60 minAchieving Social & Economic Returns Through Culture
- Establish a culture-based business rooted in Indigenous traditions and knowledge
- Preserve and strengthen traditional knowledge and practices
- Understand social benefits for members of the community
- Gain support and resources to help create culturally-rooted businesses
- Hear real life case studies of successful projects funded by the IGF
14:15 EDT
60 min
Financial Technology Solutions for Indigenous Governments
- Create sustainable financial relationships
- Improve member experience by helping leadership make decisions
- Facilitate Indigenous self-determination
- Understand the importance of strong financial and administrative management
- Enable sound financial and administrative management
15:15 EDT
60 minCapacity Building for Financial Management in Indigenous Governments
Glenn Fleetwood, Senior Consultant, Indigenous Finances, BDO Canada
- Build innovative pilot projects
- Plan and prepare for development projects
- Develop partnerships and alliances with stakeholders
- Tips for submitting capacity building proposals
- Explore future opportunities
16:15 EDT
Closing Remarks from the Chair