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Our data.
Our stories.
Our future.

We envision that every First Nation will achieve data sovereignty in alignment with its distinct world view.

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How does FNIGC make an impact?

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Our Impact

Our national surveys are by First Nations, for First Nations.

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How can I access FNIGC data?

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FNIGC DATA

How can OCAP® help to protect your information?

Learn more about the First Nations principles of OCAP® here.

OCAP®

What is the First Nations Information Governance Centre?

Understanding the Principles of OCAP®

The First Nations principles of OCAP® establish how First Nations’ data and information will be collected, protected, used, or shared. OCAP® is a tool to support strong information governance on the path to First Nations data sovereignty.

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What is the First Nations Data Governance Strategy (FNDGS)?

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Message from our Chairperson

Leona Star

Data sovereignty is among the most pressing issues facing First Nations from coast-to-coast-to-coast. As Nations we recognize that information, knowledge, and research are critical to accessing resources, influencing government policy, or assessing the effectiveness of policies, services, programs, or public health interventions that affect our people. Access to timely, relevant, and quality data is essential to effectively advocate for change needed to adequately address health disparities Nations have experienced as a result of colonization and systemic racism.

Supporting and advocating for this kind of evidence‑based decision making is what has fueled the important work of the First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC) since its inception as an independent non‑profit more than a decade ago and, in fact, since the original work of the National Steering Committee began more than two decades ago. Today, FNIGC and its partners remain at the forefront of First Nations data sovereignty and information governance efforts.

Recently the global pandemic has introduced a myriad of new challenges to these efforts, but FNIGC and its partners responded quickly to adapt its operations and ensure that we continue to advance our vision and mission. Throughout it all, FNIGC remains committed to furthering the important work we have been tasked with, which includes supporting every First Nation in achieving data sovereignty in alignment with its distinct world view.

 

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FNIGC welcomes back Jonathan Dewar as CEO

The First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC) is pleased to announce that Jonathan Dewar, PhD will return as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Currently…

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Happy Holidays from FNIGC

As we wrap up another calendar year at FNIGC, we are feeling incredibly grateful and excited to celebrate the holiday season. 2024 has been a…

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Apply now for the 2024 FNIGC National Student Bursary

Applications are now being accepted for the First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC) 2024 National Student Bursary, an annual award that recognizes outstanding First Nation students…

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FNIGC debuts French-language version of popular The Fundamentals of OCAP® online course

The First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC) is pleased to introduce Fondamentaux des principes de PCAP®, the French-language version of its popular The Fundamentals of…

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First Nations Summitt

British Columbia Assembly of First Nations

Union of Nova Scotia Indians

Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq

First Nation Education Initiative Incorporated

First Nations Education Initiative Incorporated

Assemblée des Premières Nations Québec-Labrador

First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba (Nanaandawewigamig)

First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba (Nanaandawewigamig)

Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations

Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations

Chiefs of Ontario

Chiefs of Ontario

Alberta First Nations

Alberta First Nations Information Governance Centre

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Dene Nation

Council of Yukon First Nations

First Nations Health Council

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Head Office

34 McCumber Road, Unit 13
Akwesasne, Ontario
K6H 5R7

Tel: 613-733-1916
Fax: 613-936-8974
Toll-Free: 866-997-6248

Ottawa Office

180 Elgin Street, Suite 1200
Ottawa, ON K2P 2K3
Tel: 613-733-1916
Fax: 613-231-7072
Toll-Free: 1-866-997-6248

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