Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Food Sovereignty
.September/Seskehko:wa 2026
How can policy and governance support Indigenous science in a way that advances Indigenous priorities and achieves reciprocal benefits for Canada’s social, environmental, and economic goals?
A new report from the Council of Canadian Academies examines the challenges of bridging knowledge systems through the lens of Indigenous food sovereignty, a priority that depends on more than access to food; the integrity, continuity, and self-determination of Indigenous knowledge systems is essential.
Treena Wasonti:io Delormier served as chair on the report's expert panel, selected for her expertise, experience, and demonstrated leadership in fields relevant to this project. Delormier is Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Indigenous Food Sovereignty and Nutrition, School of Human Nutrition, McGill University; Director of the Centre for Indigenous Peoples' Nutrition and Environment (CINE); and Scientific Director, Kahnawake Schools Diabetes Prevention Program (KSDPP, Kahnawà:ke, QC)
How can policy and governance support Indigenous science in a way that advances Indigenous priorities and achieves reciprocal benefits for Canada’s social, environmental, and economic goals?
A new report from the Council of Canadian Academies examines the challenges of bridging knowledge systems through the lens of Indigenous food sovereignty, a priority that depends on more than access to food; the integrity, continuity, and self-determination of Indigenous knowledge systems is essential.
Treena Wasonti:io Delormier served as chair on the report's expert panel, selected for her expertise, experience, and demonstrated leadership in fields relevant to this project. Delormier is Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Indigenous Food Sovereignty and Nutrition, School of Human Nutrition, McGill University; Director of the Centre for Indigenous Peoples' Nutrition and Environment (CINE); and Scientific Director, Kahnawake Schools Diabetes Prevention Program (KSDPP, Kahnawà:ke, QC)
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