Indigenous knowledge systems support pathways to stronger food sovereignty and better decision-making: New report

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Indigenous knowledge systems support pathways to stronger food sovereignty and better decision-making: New reportAuthor of the article:OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Governments and institutions increasingly recognize the importance of Indigenous knowledges but struggle to bridge knowledge systems in ways that share authority, support Indigenous self-determination, and produce better social, environmental, and economic outcomes.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountA 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 (IKS) is essential. Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Food Sovereignty examines how policy and governance can better support these systems by advancing Indigenous priorities and strengthening social, environmental, and economic outcomes for everyone in Canada.“This report recognizes that Indigenous ways of knowing are diverse, living knowledge systems that have existed since time immemorial,” said Treena Wasonti:io Delormier, chair of the expert panel. “Our hope is that the intentions carefully woven into this work will be carried forward by policy-makers, decision-makers, scholars, knowledge users, and community members as evidence and guidance for bridging Indigenous knowledge systems in ways that value respectful relationships built on reciprocity and shared authority.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againCommissioned by the Government of Canada’s Interdepartmental Indigenous Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (I-STEM) Cluster, the report focuses on Indigenous food sovereignty and food security as an entry point for understanding how Indigenous knowledge systems can be supported in policy and governance. The panel found that current federal mechanisms often treat Indigenous knowledges as information to be considered within existing western decision-making processes. While recognition is an important first step, the report finds that these approaches can remain extractive when they do not share decision-making power or provide reciprocal benefits to the communities that hold and practise these knowledges. Healthy Indigenous knowledge systems cannot be separated from Indigenous rights, sovereignty, governance, and self-determination.“This report invites governments, institutions, and all people in Canada to think differently about what it means to work with Indigenous knowledge systems,” said Tijs Creutzberg, President and CEO of the CCA.Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Food Sovereignty examines ways to advance Indigenous food sovereignty and food security through policy and governance that bridge western and Indigenous knowledge systems for broader benefits. The report identifies three phases for bridging knowledge systems in policy and governance: building strong foundations, developing respectful relationships, and co-developing governance approaches that share authority and respond to shared priorities.Download the report at www.cca-reports.ca.Heather EnnisDirector of Communications, Council of Canadian Academies613-851-7723heather.ennis@cca-reports.caFor more information about the CCA or its assessments, please visit www.cca-reports.ca.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.