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We support meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities. This includes sharing knowledge and supporting organizations as they develop and hold relationships. Our Rise principle of “nothing about you, without you,” guides our efforts to build and maintain mutually trusted and respectful relationships with communities, businesses, and organizations.

Our relevant strengths include knowledge and experience in: 

  • Community engagement
  • Community investment 
  • Project consultation 

With a focus on Reconciliation, our practitioners can assist with: 

  • Identifying Indigenous communities 
  • Building knowledge about the history of Indigenous communities 
  • Developing and implementing community engagement plans  
  • Developing and utilizing protocol guides 
  • Developing community investment programs and frameworks  
  • Developing guiding documents or long-term agreements 
  • Refining or developing communication tools 
Community Relations

How this advances Reconciliation and Indigenous inclusion in our everyday: 

  • Intentional and respectful relationships
  • Purposeful and proactive engagement 
  • Co-creation and collaboration 
  • Donations or sponsorship informed by the interests and priorities of Indigenous communities, guided by the values of organizations

Kind Words

“Rise Consulting has been an invaluable partner in our work over the past year, bringing deep expertise, thoughtful leadership, and a truly collaborative approach to advancing responsible carbon removal in Canada. Their commitment to ensuring Indigenous Rights Holders are centered in climate solutions has helped us navigate complex discussions with respect, openness, and a shared sense of purpose. Patti, in particular, brings warmth, wisdom, and an ability to create space for productive dialogue, making every engagement with Rise both impactful and inspiring. We are incredibly grateful for their partnership and look forward to continuing to work together to build a more inclusive and effective carbon removal ecosystem.”

Carbon Removal Canada

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