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SAVE THE DATE! Braiding Knowledges Canada 2025 Gathering, March 5-7, 2025, Gatineau, Quebec, plus news, events, opportunities & more!

| View in browser Save the Date! Braiding Knowledges Canada 2025 Gathering March 5-7, 2025 Canadian Museum of History, Gatineau, Quebec   Braiding Knowledges Canada (BKC) is honored to host its inaugural Gathering from March 5-7, 2025, at the beautiful Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec. This event will celebrate the braiding of Indigenous and Western knowledge systems, or "braiding knowledges", weaving together distinct ways of knowing. Join us for an unforgettable event as we honor our legacy as the Canadian Mountain Network and embrace our future as Braiding Knowledges Canada!   The Gathering will bring together Indigenous organizations, researchers, government, industry and business leaders, and not-for-profits to share and mobilize knowledge from Indigenous-led and co-led research initiatives. Attendees can look forward to engaging keynotes, panel discussions, and opportunities to connect with diverse voices to foster inclusive knowledge sharing and decision-making. Learn More! New Staff Members Join Our Team! Meet Dan Slavik, BKC's Research and Training Manager Dan joins BKC with over 15 years of experience in Indigenous-led conservation and wildlife co-management. His expertise in braiding Indigenous and Western knowledges has advanced conservation efforts across Northern Canada and beyond. Welcome, Dan! See his bio Meet Karin Fodor, BKC's Administrative Assistant Karin brings extensive experience in university administration, event coordination, and process optimization, gained from her time at the University of Alberta. Her skills will enhance our efficiency and support our growth. Welcome to the team, Karin! See her bio Meet Chas Filipski, BKC's Stakeholder Liaison Manager Chas steps into the role of Stakeholder Liaison Manager, bringing a wealth of experience in Indigenous relations, stakeholder management, and community engagement.  Chas leads impactful projects that empower communities and enhance cross-sector collaboration. Welcome aboard, Chas! See his bio   Klinse-Za Caribou Maternity Pen Update! The new Klinse-Za Caribou Maternity Pen is complete, marking a milestone for the Klinse-Za herd! On July 30, 21 cows and 18 calves were released after months of daily monitoring by Pen Guardians. With the highest number of animals ever in the Klinse-Za Maternity Pen at one time! Learn more in their November newsletter:  Read Newsletter BKC at the Canadian Science Policy Conference From November 20-22, BKC attended and sponsored sessions at the 16th Canadian Science Policy Conference in Ottawa. We hosted a booth, engaged with participants and shared our work on braiding Indigenous and Western knowledges. Highlights included the screening of Signal Fire, a documentary tied to the article "10 Calls to Action for Natural Scientists", led by BKC members Laurence Ignance and Mary Jane Johnson. Read Blog Indigenous Centre for Cumulative Effects - Call for Board of Directors Join the Indigenous Centre for Cumulative Effects and help lead a community-driven organization supporting Indigenous communities in managing social, cultural, health, environmental, and economic issues related to cumulative effects. Apply by Dec 20.    ArcticNet’s Partnered Research Program – Applications Open! Funding available for projects in Well-Being, Infrastructure, Energy, Ecosystems, and Economy. Projects must engage Indigenous and Northern partners, integrating diverse knowledge systems. Open to universities, Indigenous organizations, and more. Deadline: Dec. 20, 2024. ArcticNet's 5th International Arctic Change Conference (AC2024) Host: ArcticNet Dates: December 9 - 12, 2024 Location: Ottawa, Ontario   Arctic Youth Conference Host: Norway's Chairship Arctic Council Dates: January 24-26, 2025 Location: Tromsø, Norway   Braiding Knowledges Canada (BKC) 2025 Gathering Host: BKC Dates: March 5-7, 2025 Location: Canadian Museum of History, Gatineau, Quebec   2025 ICCE National Conference Host: Indigenous Centre for Cumulative Effects  Dates: May 26 to 28, 2025 Location: Westin Bayshore Hotel, Vancouver, BC   International Mountain Conference September 14-18, 2025 Innsbruck, Austria   Share your newsletter with your colleagues and follow BKC on social media. Subscribe to our newsletter Braiding Knowledges Canada, CW-405, Biological Sciences Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2E9, Canada Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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