Services

At Cedar West, we support the development of formal agreements, strengthening of relationships, corporate and First Nations strategic planning, internal capacity building, engagement, and consultation for capital projects.

Capital Project Support

Regulatory Navigation

We provide expert guidance on First Nations consultation requirements, as well as support in navigating provincial and federal regulatory processes.

Engagement, Consultation & Facilitation

We design and lead meaningful engagement processes guided by the principles of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent, ensuring First Nations voices shape capital projects and policy decisions.

Relationship Building

We support the development and maintenance of relationships with First Nations communities and leadership, following principles of respect and reciprocity.

Internal Capacity

Reconciliation & Strategic Planning

We support organizations in developing and implementing Truth and Reconciliation Commission Action Plans, Truth and Reconciliation Roadmaps, and historical context briefings.

Guidance & Advice

We provide guidance and advice on First Nations issues, including colonial and First Nations histories and Aboriginal rights, with the priority of developing actionable next steps to improve relationships.

Internal Education

We co-develop and customize internal education for government and industry, with specialties in building and improving relationships with First Nations and difficult conversations that preserve relationship.

Capacity Building

We support capacity building in corporations to assist in the achievement of truth and reconciliation goals and in First Nations communities to support participation in project consultation or economic or social opportunities.

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning

We develop strategic roadmaps and action plans that integrate meaningful engagement and feedback from First Nations.

Policy Development

We help craft policies that support First Nations rights and priorities and corporate-First Nations partnerships, ensuring they are practical, implementable, measurable, and aligned with reconciliation goals.

Land Research & Analysis

With extensive experience in land-based negotiations, we conduct historical and contemporary land research to support negotiations and development planning.

Formal Agreements

Negotiation & Mediation

We lead or facilitate complex negotiations between First Nations, government, and industry, ensuring agreements are clear, enforceable, and mutually beneficial.

Agreement Finalization

From initial discussions to signed agreements, we guide the finalization of treaties, impact benefit agreements, resource-sharing and decision-sharing agreements, and other critical documents.

Why us?

20 Years of Experience

Including treaty negotiations, land research, and major capital project consultations.

Balanced & Strategic

We bring a calm, practical, and solutions-focussed approach to complex discussions.

Proven Track Record

Successful agreements that reflect the interests of all parties involved.

Let’s start the conversation

If you are navigating complex negotiations or need strategic support, we are here to help.

Let’s connect to discuss your current needs and how Cedar West can assist.

Dawn Slater

Indigenous and Community Relations Practitioner and Leader

Talk to me about:

  • Engagement and consultation to support major projects

  • Building and nurturing relationships with First Nations communities

  • Negotiating agreements based on respect and mutual benefits

  • Developing actionable strategies, guidance, and policies

  • Solutions-oriented approach