Indigenous Advisory Committee Application

The IAC will strive to meet the following membership composition:

• Diverse representation, including but not limited to different Indigenous Nations, cultures, regions, genders, abilities, neurodiversity, and age groups
• At least one member who is an Indigenous Elder or knowledge keeper
• At least one member who is between the ages of 18 and 25

The IAC will consist of 8-10 members overall. While CIP welcomes the participation of Indigenous planning professionals within its membership, CIP membership is not required to apply for this opportunity.

Application for this opportunity does not automatically guarantee a place on the Committee. References may be requested for shortlisted applicants.

Committee members will be fairly compensated for their time and expertise based on best practices.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026, 11:59 p.m. PT

Please note that this committee operates in English. CIP membership is not required.

Please review the Terms of Reference for the Canadian Institute of Planners’ Reconciliation Action Plan Indigenous Advisory Committee posted here, and then answer the following questions:

Demographic Questions

These questions are to help us achieve a diverse Indigenous Advisory Committee

I identify as: *

• First Nations
• Métis
• Inuit
• Other

This committee is intended for those who identify as Indigenous

Please note which Nation, community, settlement, or organization you are a member of:

Name *

Location of current residence *

Address Line 1

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City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

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Location that you consider “home” *

Email *

Phone *

Age *

Languages spoken *

How do you identify? *

(i.e. male, female, non-binary, person with disability, neurodiverse, etc.) Please share what you are comfortable sharing. Anything shared here will not be shared with anyone other than those evaluating applications to help ensure a diverse committee.

Are you a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and/or a Provincial and Territorial Institute and Association? *

• Yes
• No

If yes, please note which ones: *

Knowledge and Experience

I am an Elder or Knowledge Keeper *

• Yes
• No

I am between the ages of 18-25 or considered a Youth within my community *

• Yes
• No

I have a connection to and understanding of Indigenous communities, cultures, traditional knowledge and traditions *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I understand Indigenous knowledge, values, teachings, and worldviews *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I have knowledge of Indigenous governance and Indigenous rights *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I have knowledge of reconciliation principles and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I have experience in community leadership, advocacy, or advisory roles *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I have experience in planning (whether as a Land Manager, RPP, LPP, Urbaniste, or other) *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I am aware of/familiar with colonial planning policies and practices *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

am or Experience

I am aware of/familiar with Indigenous planning approaches and practices *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I have experience working with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and/or private sector entities on Indigenous issues *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

I have experience in developing and/or implementing reconciliation strategies or action plans *

• Yes
• No

Please expand: *

Why do you want to be a member of the IAC? *

Please provide a brief statement describing your community connection and lived experience as it relates to this role *

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