Holistic, community-driven planning that covers all aspects of the community and lays out a vision and goals for the long term.
The CCP process is inclusive, culture- and community-specific, and long-term. CCPs often look 5 to 50 years into the future, with high-level goals and a vision that represents the overarching dreams for the community.
CCP STRUCTURE:
Each CCP looks different, reflecting the unique community that created it. Often, CCPs include the following:
TIMELINE & STAFFING:
Typically, it takes 2-5 years to complete a CCP, and the trend seems to be to revisit and update the plan every 5 years, so that the goals stay relevant. Often a CCP Coordinator (ideally a community member with some facilitation and planning skills) is hired to oversee the project, often with a CCP Assistant and a CCP Community Committee.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
The CCP process involves all members of the community, wherever possible. A community planning process may include staff meetings, Chief & Council meetings, many community meetings (often targeted to specific demographics or focusing on specific topics) both on- and off-reserve, the development of communication materials, and the use of social media, surveys, and video projects.
SUPPORT:
Many First Nations access funding from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) for their CCP processes. Own-source revenue, trust funds, and other sources of external funding can also be used. Check out the funding handout for more information. ISC funds an annual CCP Workshop to provide training and networking opportunities. There is also a CCP Mentorship initiative where communities that are doing a CCP can apply to have an experienced Indigenous planning specialist paired up with them to help out (including visits to the community) at no cost to the community. A must is to join the Facebook group where questions can be posted and resources shared.
MORE INFO:
Please check out the resources page to see some sample plans or check out the CCP Handbook for a more detailed introduction to the CCP process.
CCP STRUCTURE:
Each CCP looks different, reflecting the unique community that created it. Often, CCPs include the following:
- Community History and Context
- Vision
- Goals & Objectives
- Themes may include:
- Culture & Language
- Economy
- Education
- Governance & Administration
- Health
- Infrastructure & Housing
- Lands & Resources (Environment)
- Social Issues
- Monitoring & Evaluation Process
- Themes may include:
TIMELINE & STAFFING:
Typically, it takes 2-5 years to complete a CCP, and the trend seems to be to revisit and update the plan every 5 years, so that the goals stay relevant. Often a CCP Coordinator (ideally a community member with some facilitation and planning skills) is hired to oversee the project, often with a CCP Assistant and a CCP Community Committee.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
The CCP process involves all members of the community, wherever possible. A community planning process may include staff meetings, Chief & Council meetings, many community meetings (often targeted to specific demographics or focusing on specific topics) both on- and off-reserve, the development of communication materials, and the use of social media, surveys, and video projects.
SUPPORT:
Many First Nations access funding from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) for their CCP processes. Own-source revenue, trust funds, and other sources of external funding can also be used. Check out the funding handout for more information. ISC funds an annual CCP Workshop to provide training and networking opportunities. There is also a CCP Mentorship initiative where communities that are doing a CCP can apply to have an experienced Indigenous planning specialist paired up with them to help out (including visits to the community) at no cost to the community. A must is to join the Facebook group where questions can be posted and resources shared.
MORE INFO:
Please check out the resources page to see some sample plans or check out the CCP Handbook for a more detailed introduction to the CCP process.
CCP Fast Facts:
- The CCP movement was driven by First Nations in BC, beginning around 2004 (though it draws on centuries of community planning expertise)
- Over half of the First Nations in British Columbia have undertaken a CCP process, more than 100 in total
- Every autumn, more than 100 First Nations community planners gather for a three-day CCP Workshop
- CCP is now expanding in popularity across the country
- Over half of the First Nations in British Columbia have undertaken a CCP process, more than 100 in total
- Every autumn, more than 100 First Nations community planners gather for a three-day CCP Workshop
- CCP is now expanding in popularity across the country