'Indigenous Relations - Insights, Tips & Suggestions to Make Reconciliation a Reality' by Bob Joseph

A Practical Guide to Building Stronger Relationships with Indigenous Peoples

Indigenous Relations is an essential follow-up to the bestselling 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act. Written by hereditary chief and Indigenous relations trainer Bob Joseph, this guide provides practical advice and cultural insights for anyone seeking to build respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

Learn how to:

• Understand the distinction between hereditary and elected leadership—and why it matters.
• Navigate Aboriginal Rights, Title, and the treaty process with confidence.
• Recognize and counter common myths and stereotypes that perpetuate misunderstanding.
• Respect cultural protocols and avoid unintended missteps in personal and professional interactions.
• Apply an eight-part framework to work more effectively with Indigenous Peoples in business, government, and everyday life.

This book provides a deeper understanding of the historical, legal, and cultural contexts affecting Indigenous communities today, helping readers contribute to reconciliation and strengthen relationships in meaningful ways.

About the Author: Bob Joseph

Bob Joseph is a hereditary chief of the Gwawaenuk Nation and the founder of Indigenous Corporate Training Inc., where he has provided Indigenous relations training since 1994. His expertise has supported clients ranging from government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to Indigenous communities worldwide.

Key achievements and background:

• Certified Master Trainer specializing in cultural relations and reconciliation.
• Co-facilitated an international Indigenous round table in Switzerland, bringing together voices from across the globe.
• Author of the bestselling 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act.
• Associate professor at Royal Roads University.
• Proud member of a potlatch family and the Hamatsa Society, deeply connected to his cultural heritage.

Bob Joseph continues to bridge cultural divides, empowering organizations and individuals to work respectfully and effectively with Indigenous Peoples.