Nature and Climate Community of Practice Steering Committee

Governance

The NCCP is governed by a steering committee, which meets quarterly to review progress, advise on the development of framing documents, support the delivery of NCCP events, review membership, and share information. The aim is for representative membership and a manageable size that is conducive to discussion and progress. The roles and responsibilities of steering committee members include participating in committee meetings and discussions through email exchanges and videoconferencing, following through with actions, and representing the steering committee at NCCP public events and knowledge-sharing events.

The current steering committee members come from The Assembly of First Nations, Métis National Council, Canadian Foodgrains Bank, Alinea International, Highwatermark Strategy & Communications, Plan Canada, International Institute for Sustainable Development, Global Affairs Canada, ESSA Technologies Ltd., and the Inuit Circumpolar Council.

Any organization wishing to join the steering committee should write a brief explanation of their motivation and make a request using the contact form. Steering committee members will then vote by email, and the decision will be made based on consensus. Steering committee members will be rotated approximately every 2–3 years on a 50% basis (i.e., completely rotating membership every 4 to 6 years).

Principles

The steering committee’s interactions will be guided by the following principles:

  • respect: Steering committee members will show respect for each other in words and actions, as well as appreciation of individual participation in the steering committee process in a manner acceptable among members.
  • trust and transparency: The steering committee’s work is founded ona relationship of trust based on honesty, openness, transparency, and understanding.
  • collaboration: Steering committee members will seek to reach mutual understanding, find solutions, and share general advice that is reflective of consensus.
  • inclusivity and diversity: The steering committee’s work and advice reflect the diversity of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, including First Nations, the Métis Nation, and the Inuit.
  • cultural values: Steering committee members demonstrate a commitment to learning about the distinct cultural values and backgrounds of members and honour common values, including protection of the land, air, and water.
  • adaptiveness: The steering committee and its work and advice will evolve and grow over time as our knowledge and understanding of key issues and information relevant to the field of NbS for climate and biodiversity
  • best practices: The steering committee’s work and advice are informed by lessons learned, built on best practices and work that has already taken place.
  • accountability: Members will commit to regular meetings and will respond to any other communication in a timely manner. They will accept responsibility for carrying out assigned roles.
Meetings Summaries

The steering committee meets approximately 4 times a year. Interested to know more about the matters discussed during past meetings? Dive into the summaries below: