CVRD: Advancing Reconciliation

The Queneesh Indigenous Community Society (QICS) would like to thank tThe Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) for their ongoing support of our initatives, workshops, festivals and West Coast Elders' Conference.

​The CVRD has named Indigenous Relations as one of four strategic drivers, through which CVRD services are being delivered. To support Indigenous Relations as a driver, the CVRD adopted a framework in September 2019 to deliver core services with an Indigenous Relations lens and promote greater cultural awareness.

Their work continues to uplift our communities enhancing the knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and history, including the modern day legacy of colonial history; building capacity of all elected officials and staff to be engaged in collaborative work with Indigenous communities and people; and responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the United Nation’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

​The CVRD is committed to building its relationship with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and advancing reconciliation.  At its first meeting of 2021, the Board of Directors adopted a statement of reconciliation that will continue to guide the CVRD’s work with Indigenous peoples.

QICS would like to recognize the work and commitment of all of their employees, with a very special thank you to Christianne Wile, Senior Manager of Strategic Initiatives, for her counsel, dedication and tireless work building strength between our two organizations. 

To read more about their work and their Advancing Reconciliation Statement, visit: https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/indigenousrelations