ABOUT US

About Us - ICBOC

ICBOC is the only Indigenous certification body in Canada created to serve the professional needs of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis unregulated workers who provide a variety of services to Indigenous individuals, families and communities in the health and social sectors.

The authority of the Indigenous Certification Board of Canada is derived from knowledgeable, experienced, and skilled Board members and staff, all committed to honour and develop the existing capacity of the unregulated Indigenous workforce, and to accelerate the return of Indigenous families and communities to a maximal state of health and wellbeing.

These commitments are embodied in the Corporate By-Laws that govern our Certification Board. Indigenous culture, wholistic healing and Indigenous educational philosophies are embedded in every one of ICBOC’s activities.

ICBOC is a registered charity, administered by an elected Board of Directors, ultimately responsible to ensure the Administration, Management and Employees Act is in the best interests of ICBOC and do so in a financially responsible manner. Board members are experts in their field and their election takes place every year. This election process ensures a degree of continuity, experience, and expertise is maintained, while providing an opportunity for fresh ideas from new representatives.

Our Identity

Vision

Building on the teachings of our Indigenous ancestors. Communities have recognized traditional knowledge, skills and competencies based on indigenous worldview that supports and validates the indigenous helpers.

History

The story of the Indigenous Certification Board of Canada is one of determination and commitment to the validation and honouring of the people who work in community who walk with our people who struggle with the impacts of colonization and trauma.

Mission

To support and validate helpers’ knowledge, skills and competencies that affirm traditional Indigenous cultures and healing practices leading to a compassionate holistic support system for healthy communities.

Logo - Circle of Eagle Feathers

The feathers are from the most sacred bird to our people – the Eagle, who is the messenger to our Creator. The feathers are done in the traditional colours of the west coast, red and black. Red represents our people, our spirit, the spirituality of our people.

Our Goals for next two years

To ensure

a level of excellence in individual performance.

To establish

standards that are relevant to traditional indigenous healing philosophy, and which are comparable and generally accepted in the field.

To support

the continuation of First Nations Wellness Programs, by providing a measure of competence which will be recognized locally, nationally, and internationally.