National Centre for
First Nations Governance
CONSULTATION MATRIX
MODELS OF CONSULTATION
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The following matrix shows how different First Nations have configured the elements of
consultation in different guidelines and protocols. As such, each one represents a different
model of consultation with different levels of comprehensiveness and different areas of
emphasis.
M ODELS OF CONSULTATION:
Key Elements of First Nation Consultation Guidelines/Protocols
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Consultation
Principles
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Consultation
Procedures/Steps
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Consultation
Plans
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Accommodation
and IBAs
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Resources and
Funding
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Sources:
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Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations Consultation Policy
Simpcw First Nation Consultation and Accommodation Guidelines 2006
AFNQL: Consultation Protocol of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador 2005
Hupacasath First Nation TERRITORY LAND USE PLAN – PHASE 2, 2004
Bkejwanong Territory Environmental Policies, Guidelines and Information for External
Project Proponents, February 2006
6. Horse Lake First Nation Consultation Policy, February 1, 2007
7. Mi’kMaq –Nova Scotia-Canada Consultation Process 2007