Rise Learning and Development Program
Knowledge is a gift that we receive and share. Reflected in the Seven Sacred Teachings, “to cherish knowledge is to know wisdom”, it is with gratitude that we listen, build and share knowledge.
Are you interested in learning more about Truth and Reconciliation? Sharing knowledge is a big part of what we do every day at Rise. Whether it’s through our Rise Learning and Development Program, a keynote address, participation on a panel discussion, or sharing ideas through a media interview, we enjoy sharing knowledge and inspiration, sparking ideas and evoking action that leads to a positive impact with advancing Truth, Reconciliation and Indigenous inclusion across Turtle Island. The Rise Learning and Development Program offers participants an opportunity to experience a variety of Truth and Reconciliation topics. Each session is designed to run between 60 minutes and a full day, topic-dependent. Throughout each session, participants will actively engage in various small and large group activities and plenary dialogue. Experiential development will be supported by a Rise ‘Nine-ways’ activity, with further learning and activities provided to participants to ensure that learning does not stop in the classroom. Our approach involves creating a safe environment for taking risks, questioning what we think we know, being vulnerable, and through dialogue – how we view success and the way forward as we advance Truth, Reconciliation and Indigenous inclusion. We believe that by knowing better, we can do better – moving from the unknown to growth, commitments and wisdom.
Learning and Development Program Delivery Options
Rise Learning and Development sessions are available through multiple modalities, including:
- Live, in-person sessions. Education and development delivered face-to-face.
- Live, virtual sessions. Dynamic learning and development is available online from any location, and online tools are used to support learning.
- On-demand content. Content is available to your organization anytime and anywhere.
Learning and Development Program Components
- Participant Prompt is shared in advance of the session to encourage short self study and reflection activities and self-study material ah
- Nine-ways activity to reinforce learning through bite-sized learning content, reflection questions and discussion activities to be completed within the month following the training session
Rise Learning and Development Program – Sessions and Workshops
Each session can be taken on its own as a unique learning experience. For clients engaging with Rise to create a Truth and Reconciliation Roadmap or to move through the CCIB PAIR Program, we suggest starting with the foundational knowledge that is shared in sessions 1-6 (completed in the order below), which can be applied as we journey together. Other sessions can then be taken afterward, specific to your interests and desired learning outcomes.
| Session Name | Typical Duration |
| Session 1: Histories of Colonial Harm and Indigenous Survivance | 2 hours (85 minutes teaching/35 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 2: Foundational Readings and Responsibility for Reconciliation | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 3: Creating Authentic Acknowledgements of Peoples and Lands | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 4: Economic Reconciliation and Relational Credibility | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 5: Relationship Development: Opening Relationships in a Good Way | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 6: Community Relations: Maintaining Right Relations | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 7: First Nations Sovereignty and Self-Determination | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 8: The Métis Nation | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 9: Inuit Nunangat and Peoples in the North | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 10: Indigenous Matriarchy and Reclaiming Power and Place | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 11: Inclusive Leadership and Practical Decolonization Workshop | 8 hours (two half-days) |
| Session 12: Becoming Anti-Racist in Canada: An Ethical Space for Indigenous Employment Equity | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 13: Decolonizing Language: Anti-biased Storytelling for Communicators | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 14: Indigenous Language Revitalization and Place-Keeping | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 15: Inclusive Procurement Program for Indigenous Suppliers: Emerging Wise Practices for Strategic Supply Chain | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 16: Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) Leadership Training | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 17: Creating a Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan Workshop | Half to full-day |
| Session 18: Why Rise? | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
| Session 19: Duty to Consult | 1 hour (45 minutes teaching/15 minutes Q&A) |
If you don’t see the topic you are looking for, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@riseconsultingltd.ca. We custom curate and create bespoke learning and development sessions for clients often and we look forward to a conversation with you soon to discuss the goals you aim to achieve.