Aboriginal economic development of forest resources

An increasing number of Aboriginal communities are seeking a fair share of benefits from the economic development of forest lands and resources. Yet participation remains low, and initiatives to increase the participation of Aboriginals in the forest sector have had limited contributions to improving the economic and social well-being of Aboriginal peoples and communities. This situation reflects a general lack of knowledge about what Aboriginal economic development of forest resources really means.
This research project will allow for a better understanding of Aboriginal economic development in the forest resources. Using interviews and focus groups, I will implement a strategic planning process to generate questioning at a community level about what Essipit First Nation wants to accomplish with the economic development of forest resources, what capacity strengths and needs they have, and what steps are required to successfully take advantage of the opportunities this communities faces.

Faculty Supervisor:

Drs. Harry Nelson & Luc Bouthillier

Student:

Jean-Michel Beaudoin

Partner:

Discipline:

Forestry

Sector:

Forestry

University:

University of British Columbia

Program: