Abstract:

• Maximum 100 words
• Succinct, informative and engaging
• Must explain how the initiative, project or program:
• Builds capacity in First Nations, Inuit and/or Métis communities or organizations
• Creates positive change and lasting impact
• Fits within one or more conference tracks

Conference Tracks

1. Leadership & Governance – Governance successes, trends and lessons
2. Management, Finance & IT – Best practices and innovations
3. Business Development – Community business development and entrepreneurship
4. Wealth Creation – Community wealth-building trends and practices
5. Human Capital – Healthy, culturally relevant Indigenous workplaces

Abstract Must Include:

• Catchy session title – maximum 50 characters
• Presenters – maximum 3, including names, titles, designations, organizations and contact information
• Session description – maximum 100 word
• Address:
• First Nations, Inuit and/or Métis Peoples
• Problem and solution
• Indigenous and Western knowledge
• Internal and external trends
• Relevant finance, management or leadership issues
• Case studies and lessons learned
• Innovative solutions, whether proven or emerging

Presentation Requirements

• Length: 75 or 90 minutes
• Audience engagement: At least 20–25 minutes of interactive content, such as:
• Q & A
• Case study walkthrough
• Live polling
• Audience input
• Role-playing
• Scenario analysis

• Format: Flexible — solo presentation, panel, co-presenters or facilitated session
• Maximum: 3 presenters per session, including at least 1 Indigenous presenter.
• Slides: Required in advance; submission deadline will be provided upon acceptance.