Reconciliation that moves markets and hearts
You want measurable change and cultural integrity. I bring both. Two-Eyed Seeing guides every engagement so your decisions are wise, practical, and rooted in relationship.
Services:
Reconciliation Strategy and Action Planning
Let’s design and deliver a clear path that aligns your mandate with Indigenous rights and responsibilities. I embed UNDRIP principles, set governance roles, map risks and opportunities, and co-create Reconciliation Action Plans that move beyond statements. These plans integrate ceremony, Knowledge Keeper guidance, and measurable targets so that progress is both accountable and transformative.
Indigenous Engagement and Partnership Building
We can build real relationships with Indigenous governments and organizations. I help identify partners, convene decision-makers, support protocol and ceremony, and co-design agreements that advance shared priorities—employment, procurement, land use, and community investment. The focus is on trust, reciprocity, and long-term value.
Executive and Employee Education
Bringing leadership and teams into the circle. Options include Truth before Reconciliation, Workforce Inclusion, and Indigenous Worldviews through Dene Laws. Sessions are interactive, confidential, and directly linked to your strategy, ensuring that learning becomes lived practice, not a one-off event.
The Firekeeper’s Pathway™
A practical course series for organizations ready to shift culture.
Part One—Ceremony and Connection
Part Two—Engagement skills and Indigenous strategy
Part Three—Guided creation of a Reconciliation Action Plan with governance and measurement
Strategic Facilitation and Talking Circles
I facilitate circles, retreats, and multi-party tables where complex issues need honesty, safety, and resolution.
Keynotes and Thought Leadership
Inspire your people with Dene stories, data, and a call to action. Topics include Business Reconciliation, Municipal-First Nation partnerships, and Living Treaty in daily operations.
Outcomes we can build towards
Western KPIs
Measurable improvements in Indigenous procurement, hiring, and retention
Stronger governance structures—clear accountability and compliance with UNDRIP and ESG.
Cost savings from reduced conflict and faster decision-making
Enhanced brand trust with shareholders, governments, and the public
Indigenous KPIs
Relationships strengthened through reciprocity and ceremony
Knowledge Keepers and Elders guiding policy and practice
Youth and community capacity built through tangible opportunities
Progress measured by trust earned, partnerships deepened, and shared prosperity
Next Step
If you are ready to move from intention to sustained action, let’s connect. Together we will shape a pathway forward that honors both your business goals and the responsibilities to Indigenous Peoples and future generations.
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Testimonials
“Tanya is a lovely person to work with. I found her very patient with people of all levels of knowledge and skills. Her respectful manner facilitated all participants feeling that their input was heard and valued."
— Mary Smith, Former Mayor of Selwyn Township
“One of Tanya’s strengths is her methodical thinking in how she approaches a project. Her passion and commitment to her work extends throughout and includes her own appreciation for First Nations communities. I highly recommend her.”
— Suzanne McCrimmon, Director of Business Development, Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development
“Without the guidance from Tanya, we would be lost on our Reconciliation journey!”
— Rob Wesseling, President & CEO of Co-operators Group Limited
“‘Ezhi-Wiijikiwendiyang’ translated from Anishanaabemowin roughly to ‘how we are friends.’ We continue our reconciliation journey as a partnership and have recently launched the O'de Piitaanemaan Pledge. It is a testament to the strong relationship developed through our work together. Tanya was an incredible asset in this endeavor, and her kindness, business acumen, and commitment were a perfect combination that contributed tremendously to the success of our partnership.”
— Tracie Bertrand, Director of Tourism, Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development