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National Gatherings on Indigenous Knowledge
Traditions: National Gatherings on Indigenous Knowledge is the 3rd in a series of National Gatherings organized by the Department of Canadian Heritage, with the goal of engaging Aboriginal communities across Canada in a dialogue on the key issues relating to artistic expression, cultures and tourism, and traditional knowledge.
These Gatherings are helping to build and enhance policies, programs and services that are relevant to, and supportive of, the needs of Aboriginal Peoples. Canadian Heritage is committed to building on the discussions and outcomes from the National Gatherings to work towards institutional changes within the Canadian Heritage Portfolio as well a broader understanding for the department on issues relating to Aboriginal artistic expression, tourism, and traditional knowledge. A Progress Report on the Gatherings series will provide a tool for Gatherings participants and the Department to assess progress on key recommendations. The understanding gained from the Gatherings series will be shared with Aboriginal stakeholders and partners in federal departments and agencies, in order to enhance collaboration with Aboriginal communities in areas of shared concern, interest and responsibility.
The National Gatherings have been shaped from the outset by the overarching principle of collaboration with Aboriginal communities. Guidance provided by Aboriginal Advisory Groups through all stages of development, planning and implementation of the National Gatherings has resulted in delivery of events that are supported by Aboriginal participants. Collaboration between PCH and the Aboriginal Advisory Groups has led to initiatives that meet both departmental and community needs.
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