Discover what First Nations data governance is all about in this video produced by the First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC). This short video will help you understand the fundamentals of this essential approach, and give you a glimpse of the vision First Nations have for the future.
Promotional video for the May 2024 meeting
Filmed during the meeting on the Quebec-Labrador First Nations Information Governance Strategy, this video presents the highlights of this landmark event through inspiring excerpts and testimonials. Its message emphasizes the importance for First Nations to have access to their data.
This new video produced by the First Nations Information Governance Centre brings the concept to action. It introduces future clients to the operational national network, which closely cooperates with First Nations. The video highlights how data ownership and control by First Nations support informed decision-making, improve outcomes and foster cooperation on shared priorities, thus contributing to stronger communities.
Quotes
Highlights from the panel on Sovereignty and Information – Current and Future Societal Issues, which was held during the May 2024 regional meeting on the Quebec-Labrador First Nations Information Governance Strategy. Listen to powerful words forging a path towards complete information sovereignty.
Lance Haymond
Kebaowek Chef
“The community must determine the information it needs to progress and defend its interests.”
Pascal Sasseville-Quoquochi
Director of Education and Training, Wemotaci
“A governance structure or information governance center must necessarily take into account and involve communities. It can’t be done without taking into account the interests and issues specific to different communities.”
Gabrielle Vachon-Laurent
Interim Executive Director, First Nations of Quebec-Labrador Youth Network
“For me, information governance strategy is the heart of our language, it’s the heart of our culture, the living cultural heritage and practices.”
