Indigenous Financial Capacity Conference Series

We are excited to announce we are taking our Indigenous Financial Capacity Conference series to Manitoba!

This conference is tailored to First Nation and Métis professionals in finance-related roles. Immerse yourself in expert industry discussions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities, designed to build overall financial capacity in your organization.

The beautiful setting of the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, MB, provides the perfect backdrop for building professional relationships, sharing experiences, and connecting with like-minded professionals.

Part 1: Financial Foundations

November 19th & 20th, 2024

Part 2: Roadmap to Budgeting & Reporting

March 5th & 6th, 2025

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Part 3: Proposal & Grant Writing

Date: May 12th & 13th, 2025

*Please note you do not need to input a code to purchase a ticket.

Why Attend?

Expert Insights: Learn from guest speakers on topics like mental health, building a strong finance team, and more for a well-rounded learning experience.

In-Depth Workshops: Engage with Kathy Kissick as she delves into several relevant and diverse topics for various finance-related roles in your organization.

Key Takeaways:

  • Templates and Worksheets: Leave with easy-to-refer-to materials on key topics to help apply learnings in the workplace.

  • Strengthen Financial Foundations: Develop a solid framework for financial decision-making through establishing clear financial processes, defined roles, and year-end audit readiness, ensuring compliance and a cohesive team approach.

  • Boost Financial Planning & Reporting Skills: Gain confidence and expertise in budgeting, financial planning, and ISC program reporting, equipping you to overcome challenges unique to Indigenous organizations and enhance your community’s financial success.

  • Empower Mental Health for Workplace Productivity: Understand the crucial role that mental health plays in maintaining a productive and thriving work environment, ensuring both individual and team well-being.

  • Master Grant Writing & Proposal Strategies: Acquire the skills to craft compelling grant applications and proposals, ensuring your organization secures the funding it needs to support critical community projects.

  • Hands-on Tools & Practical Solutions: Take away practical tools, strategies, and innovative solutions that you can immediately apply to drive impactful change in your financial operations and secure sustainable financial growth.

  • Enhance Leadership & Confidence: Elevate your leadership and financial management skills, empowering you to make informed financial decisions that positively impact both your organization and community.

  • Professional Networking: Build relationships, exchange ideas, and expand professional connections.

Don't miss this chance to learn from industry experts and build overall financial capacity in your organization.

Morris Interactive has worked with over 210 First Nation & Métis communities and organizations. We’ve used the knowledge and experience acquired over the past 20 years to design this conference in a way that builds capacity for Managers, Directors, Leaders, Administrators, and HR Representatives with best-practices, tools, and templates that are crucial for communities and organization.

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Part 1 Day 1 Agenda:

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Opening Prayer, Welcome

9:15 AM

Roundtable - Introductions and Overview of Conference Objectives and Agenda

9:30 AM

Icebreaker - Group Resume

9:45 AM

Importance of Strong Leadership and Governance in Financial Management

-Chief Lorie Whitecalf

10:30 AM

Break

10:45 AM

Mastering Financial Functions: Essential Roles and Processes

12:00 PM

Networking Lunch

1:00 PM

Building a Strong Finance Team

-Guest Speaker

2:00 PM

Break

2:15 PM

How to Ensure Integrity and Compliance with Strong Financial Controls and Policies

3:30 PM

Questions and Roundtable Review

4:00 PM

Closing Remarks - Day 1

Part 2 Day 1 Agenda:

8:30 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Opening Prayer, Welcome, and Introductions

9:15 AM

Roundtable - Introductions and Overview of Conference Objectives and Agenda

9:30 AM

Icebreaker

9:45 AM

The Importance of Budgeting in Indigenous Communities

10:15 AM

Break

10:30 AM

Budgeting Essentials and Management

12:00 PM

Networking Lunch

1:00 PM

Interactive Budget Planning Workshop

2:30 PM

Break

2:45 PM

Addressing Challenges in Budgeting

3:30 PM

Questions and Roundtable Review

4:00 PM

Closing Remarks - Day 1

Part 3 Day 1 Agenda

More info coming soon.

Part 1 Day 2 Agenda:

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome

9:15 AM

Roundtable - Review of Conference Objectives and Agenda, Ice Breaker

9:30 AM

Promoting Mental Health: Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout

- Guest Speaker

10:30 AM

Break

10:45 AM

How to Prepare for the Year-end Audit

12:00 PM

Networking Lunch

1:00 PM

Icebreaker

1:15 PM

Learning and Development

- Barry Davis

2:30 PM

Break

2:45 PM

Understanding Budgeting & Reporting Fundamentals

3:15 PM

Templates, Forms, and Checklists

3:30 PM

Questions and Wrap-up

4:00 PM

Closing Prayer

Part 2 Day 2 Agenda:

8:30 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Welcome

9:15 AM

Roundtable - Review of Conference Objectives, Agenda, and Icebreaker

9:30 AM

Learning and Development

- Barry Davis

10:30 AM

Break

10:45 AM

Introduction to ISC Reporting

12:00 PM

Networking Lunch

1:00 PM

Icebreaker

1:15 PM

Interactive Workshop: Completing an ISC Report

2:30 PM

Break

2:45 PM

Accessing Funding Through Proposals and Grants

- Sherry Jimmy

3:45 PM

Questions and Wrap-up

4:00 PM

Closing Prayer

Part 3 Day 2 Agenda

More info coming soon.

 

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