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​​​Chad Kicknosway is an Anishinaabe Legal Political Sociologist with over 15 years of experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations, and 10 years of government service in stakeholder engagement. With advanced degrees in sociology, political science, and law, Chad has contributed to major national initiatives, including the National Energy Board’s modernization, developing an engagement strategy for Justice Canada’s National Indigenous Justice Strategy, and Crown-Indigenous Relations’ national engagement on S-3 An Act to Amend the Indian Act. Grounded in First Nation perspectives and practices, Chad brings a unique blend of cultural insight, academic rigor, and practical experience to facilitation, engagement, and event planning.
My Story - Izhikawe
This consulting service was created with a clear purpose: to strengthen the voices of First Nations communities and organizations in engagement processes. Too often, communities face barriers such as limited planning capacity, lack of familiarity with government requirements, and scarce resources to design and carry out effective engagement. Our work is about building confidence, increasing capacity, and ensuring that First Nations perspectives guide the conversations that matter most.
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As an Anishinaabe Legal Political Sociologist, my foundation is rooted in Ojibway ways of knowing and gathering. We draw on practices that value respect, inclusion, and relationship-building to create spaces where dialogue can be both meaningful and transformative. Whether guiding an organizational retreat, supporting a consultation process, or coordinating a large-scale conference, our approach ensures participants feel heard, respected, and empowered.
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We also bring a wealth of experience working at the intersection of communities, governments, and organizations. From national policy initiatives to local projects, we understand how to bridge worlds, translate priorities, and move discussions toward actionable outcomes.
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This is more than facilitation and event planning. It’s about supporting communities in shaping their own futures, strengthening relationships, and ensuring First Nations voices are carried forward with clarity and confidence.
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I bring lived experience as an Anishinaabe person with both “on-reserve” and “off-reserve” perspectives. These experiences shape how I understand and navigate the realities of First Nations communities in Canada today. Unlike firms or consultants who may only recently have claimed Indigenous identity, my authenticity comes from a lifetime of community connection, responsibility, and accountability. This grounding gives me a perspective that cannot be replicated by surface-level claims of indigeneity.