In this land managers reclamation workshop, participants will explore innovative approaches to reduce environmental impacts and restore land, with a focus on integrating Indigenous wisdom and Western science. The workshop will showcase practical strategies for reclamation, restoration, and revitalization of landscapes, including mining areas and degraded pastures.
The workshop will delve into the synergistic potential of combining Indigenous knowledge with Western scientific methods. This approach aims to:
- Enhance reclamation practices
- Promote sustainable land management
- Foster cross-cultural understanding and cooperation
Indigenous Perspectives: Exploration of Traditional Knowledge in reclamation planning and its role in shaping effective reclamation strategies.
Practical Applications: Case studies and field examples demonstrating successful reclamation projects that blend Indigenous wisdom with scientific approaches.
Future-Focused Solutions: Strategies for restoring land health with a long-term perspective, benefiting future generations.
The workshop will provide a mix of presentations, discussions, and interactive sessions to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking among participants. By bridging traditional ecological knowledge with modern scientific methods, participants will gain valuable insights into creating more holistic and effective land reclamation strategies.
Speaker Information:
Carol Crowe is a distinguished Indigenous engagement consultant and environmental professional focused on fostering relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities across Canada. As the founder of Indigenous Visions Inc., she has over two decades of experience and has trained more than 650 Indigenous Environmental Monitors, emphasizing community-based environmental stewardship and collaboration with corporations and government to minimize impacts on traditional lands. Carol holds an Environmental Professional Designation in Environmental Training and Education with ECOCanada.
Carol serves on the Technical Advisory Committee for the Indigenous Centre for Cumulative Effects. This committee plays a crucial role in enhancing the scientific and technical capacity of Indigenous communities to address the impacts of various human and industrial activities.
Pre-Conference Workshop: Bridging Knowledge: Collaborative Community Involvement for Shared Understanding
Member RegistrationNon-Member Registration
- Wednesday Mar 05 2025, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Edmonton Convention Centre
9797 Jasper Ave
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
T5J 1N9
