Success Stories
We love sharing inspiring stories! To assist everyone on their journeys to reconciliation and sustainability, the Realizing UNDRIP Initiative brings forward examples of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people working together in a good way, including initiatives that reflect innovative collaboration. Here are just a few recent examples.
Í:xel Sq'eq'ó—Together We Paddle
2023-05-26
In 2011, BC sought Stó:lō support to transfer 60 hectares to Mission. LMS Society and Mission's plan: 50 hectares for a city park, a 99-year land lease, and joint park management, with over 12 hectares for LMS economic opportunities.
Big Bar Slide Emergency Response
2023-02-28
Over 30 Indigenous communities and Tribal Councils worked with federal and provincial government agencies in a race against time to save hundreds of thousands of returning salmon and protect future runs.
Working Together Since 2003
2023-02-28
A journey that began with conflict transformed into one of BC’s first Community Accords, between the Tla’amin Nation and the City of Powell River. The Community Accord features strong, respectful partnerships between elected leaders and staff.
Sea-to-Sky Visitor Use Management Framework
2023-02-28
The Province of BC worked on a government-to-government basis with Squamish Nation, Lil’wat Nation, and N’Quatqua Nation to collaboratively engage local governments, recreational interests, and members of the public.