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'''NOTE: THIS PAGE PROVIDES GUIDANCE TO WESTERN REGION DEPARTMENTS ONLY. AS SUCH, THIS INFORMATION IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH'''

'''NOTE: THIS PAGE PROVIDES GUIDANCE TO WESTERN REGION DEPARTMENTS ONLY. AS SUCH, THIS INFORMATION IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH'''

                                                     '''**This page is considered an ever-green resource**'''  

                                                     '''**This page is considered an ever-green resource**'''  

This page is intended for Western Region client departments to provide support and guidance when procurements requirements are located in a Modern Treaty AND/OR when there could be an opportunity to include an Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP).

This page is intended for Western Region client departments to provide support and guidance when procurements requirements are located in a Modern Treaty, Nunavut Settlement Area, (NSA) and/or when there could be an opportunity to include an Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP).

= <big>Indigenous Considerations in WR Government Procurement</big> =

= <big>Indigenous and Inuit Considerations in Federal Procurement</big> =

This Wiki page is a starting point to explore and understand GOC's obligations for when there's a requirement located a Modern Treaty (also known as Comprehensive Land Claim Agreements [CLCAs]) area and/or if you are considering Indigenous opportunities in your procurement, in general (not located in a Modern Treaty area). Requirements that are subject to Modern Treaties often require a unique set of procedures and must be reviewed by our Modern Treaty Support Team. The resources found in this section will help you through these procedures and direct you to the applicable resources.

 

This GCwiki is a starting point to explore and understand the Government of Canada's obligations when there are procurements in Modern Treaty areas, Nunavut Settlement Area, or if you are considering Indigenous opportunities in your procurement. The Western Region Modern Treaty Support Team's intent is to provide support and guidance while empowering you to make decisions.

Considering Indigenous opportunities in procurement is strongly encouraged and can be found in our Minister's mandate letter. There is no requirement too big or too small. We must take every opportunity to realize social benefits in federal contracting. We must develop and sustain a positive working relationship with the claimant groups, northern partners, be proactive and develop trust, encourage open communication, be flexible but realistic and realize that each agreement is unique.  

Considering Indigenous opportunities in procurement is strongly encouraged and can be found in our Minister's mandate letter. There is no requirement too big or too small. We must take every opportunity to realize social benefits in federal contracting. We must develop and sustain a positive working relationship with the claimant groups, northern partners, be proactive and develop trust, encourage open communication, be flexible but realistic and realize that each agreement is unique.  

The Government of Canada has made a commitment that a mandatory minimum target of 5% of the total value of contracts be awarded to Indigenous businesses (“5% target”) annually.   

The Government of Canada has made a commitment that a mandatory minimum target of 5% of the total value of contracts be awarded to Indigenous businesses (“5% target”) annually.   

The following link provides more information. https://www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/Procurement_Policy_Division,_Treasury_Board_of_Canada_Secretariat/Mandatory_Procedures_for_Contracts_Awarded_to_Indigenous_Businesses

'''''More information on the 5% target can be found [[/www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/Procurement Policy Division, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat/Mandatory Procedures for Contracts Awarded to Indigenous Businesses|here]]'''''

 

 

'''<u>THE HOW:</u>'''

 

Modern Treaties (also known as Comprehensive Land Claim Agreements [CLCAs]) area - minus the Nunavut Settlement Area (NSA) (please see Nunavut Information and Procedures tab). <br>Most requirements that take place in a Modern Treaty (CLCA) area must include Indigenous Benefit Plan (IBP) (as known as Indigenous Opportunities Considerations [IOC]). There are no requirements that are too big or too small. We must take every opportunity to realize socio-economic benefits in federal contracting. Please explore this page as it will help you to understand your obligations and will point you to the appropriate resources to support you in your implementation. 

 

 

<nowiki>**</nowiki> NEW** November 2021, CSPS released a 5 and a half minute video titled '''“Introduction to Procurement Obligations in the Nunavut Settlement Area”! Click [https://www.csps-efpc.gc.ca/video/intro-procurement-obligations-eng.aspx here to WATCH!]'''

 

= Modern Treaties =

= Modern Treaties =

== What are Modern Treaties? ==

=== What are Modern Treaties? ===

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Modern Treaties, also known as Comprehensive Land Claim Agreements (CLCAs), are negotiated between Indigenous groups, the Crown, and other governments, aim to clarify land and resource rights while also addressing Indigenous cultural, social, political, and economic interests. These treaties often include specific provisions related to procurement, designed to:

Modern Treaties, also known as Comprehensive Land Claim Agreements (CLCAs), are negotiated between Indigenous groups, the Crown, and other governments, aim to clarify land and resource rights while also addressing Indigenous cultural, social, political, and economic interests. These treaties often include specific provisions related to procurement, designed to:

It's crucial to remember that each treaty is unique and needs individual examination to understand its specific contracting obligations.

It's crucial to remember that each treaty is unique and needs individual examination to understand its specific contracting obligations.

A list of Modern Treaties currently in effect can be found [[/canadabuys.canada.ca/en/how-procurement-works/policies-and-guidelines/supply-manual/chapter-9#%209-35-5|here]]

'''''A list of Modern Treaties currently in effect can be found [[/canadabuys.canada.ca/en/how-procurement-works/policies-and-guidelines/supply-manual/chapter-9#%209-35-5|here]]'''''

== Why are Modern Treaties important? ==

=== Why are Modern Treaties important? ===

Modern Treaties are law and demonstrate our commitment towards reconciliation. Modern Treaties are a way of recognizing and respecting right and cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada, they are also key part of recognizing the unique history of Indigenous peoples.

Modern Treaties are law and demonstrate our commitment towards reconciliation. Modern Treaties are a way of recognizing and respecting right and cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada, they are also key part of recognizing the unique history of Indigenous peoples.

== When do Modern Treaties apply? ==

=== When do Modern Treaties apply? ===

Contracting Authorities must consult the Aboriginal and Treaty Rights Information System (ATRIS), which is an web-based tool that provides site-specific information on potential or established Indigenous or treaty rights of Indigenous peoples across Canada.  

Contracting Authorities must consult the Aboriginal and Treaty Rights Information System (ATRIS), which is an web-based tool that provides site-specific information on potential or established Indigenous or treaty rights of Indigenous peoples across Canada.  

You can sign up for online webinars on ATRIS and it's key functions [[/www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/Implementation Branch/Training and Awareness|here]]

'''''You can sign up for online webinars on ATRIS and it's key functions [[/www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/Implementation Branch/Training and Awareness|here]]'''''

= Indigenous Participation Plans =

= Indigenous Participation Plans =

== What is an Indigenous Participation Plan? ==

=== What is an Indigenous Participation Plan? ===

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An Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP) is a plan that bidders include in their proposals to procurement opportunities that include bidder's commitment(s) to incorporate meaningful engagement with Indigenous businesses and peoples. This includes, but is not limited to, Indigenous employment, training, skills development, subcontracting, and other forms of indirect benefits throughout the duration of the contract.

An Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP) is a plan that bidders include in their proposals to procurement opportunities that include bidder's commitment(s) to incorporate meaningful engagement with Indigenous businesses and peoples. This includes, but is not limited to, Indigenous employment, training, skills development, subcontracting, and other forms of indirect benefits throughout the duration of the contract.

The goal is to create opportunities for Indigenous people to benefit from the procurement through Indigenous employment, training, skills development, ownership and/or subcontracting. So, it's a way to ensure everyone benefits and works together successfully.

The goal is to create opportunities for Indigenous people to benefit from the procurement through Indigenous employment, training, skills development, ownership and/or subcontracting. So, it's a way to ensure everyone benefits and works together successfully.

== Why is an Indigenous Participation Plan important? ==

=== Why is an Indigenous Participation Plan important? ===

The IPP creates opportunities for Indigenous communities to benefit economically through creation of jobs, offering training programs, or awarding subcontracts to Indigenous businesses. This can lead to increased income, skills development, and overall economic growth within Indigenous communities.

The IPP creates opportunities for Indigenous communities to benefit economically through creation of jobs, offering training programs, or awarding subcontracts to Indigenous businesses. This can lead to increased income, skills development, and overall economic growth within Indigenous communities.

IPPs are just one step for ensuring responsible procurement in Canada. They promote economic opportunities for Indigenous communities while building strong, respectful relationships.

IPPs are just one step for ensuring responsible procurement in Canada. They promote economic opportunities for Indigenous communities while building strong, respectful relationships.

== When do Indigenous Participation Plans apply? ==

=== When do Indigenous Participation Plans apply? ===

IPPs are mandatory in Modern Treaty areas. IPPs can be used in non-Modern Treaty areas and when doing so it is important to conduct market research to determine what opportunities their could be to incorporate Indigenous benefits.  

IPPs are mandatory in Modern Treaty areas. IPPs can be used in non-Modern Treaty areas and when doing so it is important to conduct market research to determine what opportunities their could be opportunities to incorporate Indigenous benefits.  

= Nunavut Directive =

= Nunavut Directive =

== What is the Nunavut Directive? ==

=== What is the Nunavut Directive? ===

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The Nunavut Directive is a policy established by the Government of Canada as part of the Nunavut Land Claim Agreement. The core principle of the Nunavut Directive is to ensure fairness and opportunity for Inuit businesses when the government needs to hire companies for projects or services in Nunavut. It includes provisions designed to promote:

The Nunavut Directive is a policy established by the Government of Canada as part of the Nunavut Land Claim Agreement. The core principle of the Nunavut Directive is to ensure fairness and opportunity for Inuit businesses when the government needs to hire companies for projects or services in Nunavut. It includes provisions designed to promote:

Ultimately, the Nunavut Directive seeks to promote economic development and participation for Inuit communities in Nunavut, fostering a more equitable and sustainable future for the region.

Ultimately, the Nunavut Directive seeks to promote economic development and participation for Inuit communities in Nunavut, fostering a more equitable and sustainable future for the region.

== Why is the Nunavut Directive important? ==

=== Why is the Nunavut Directive important? ===

The Nunavut Directive ensures Inuit businesses have a fair shot at competing for government contracts in their own territory, addressing historical economic disadvantages. By supporting Inuit businesses, the Directive aims to boost economic development and create jobs within Inuit communities. It empowers Inuit communities to participate more actively in the local economy, fostering self-reliance and reducing reliance on external resources. The Directive encourages utilizing expertise and knowledge specific to the region, leading to projects better suited to the needs of Nunavut.

The Nunavut Directive ensures Inuit businesses have a fair shot at competing for government contracts in their own territory, addressing historical economic disadvantages. By supporting Inuit businesses, the Directive aims to boost economic development and create jobs within Inuit communities. It empowers Inuit communities to participate more actively in the local economy, fostering self-reliance and reducing reliance on external resources. The Directive encourages utilizing expertise and knowledge specific to the region, leading to projects better suited to the needs of Nunavut.

== When does the Nunavut Directive apply? ==

=== When does the Nunavut Directive apply? ===

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