You are invited to submit a proposal for Analysis and Options regarding the Canada Water Act

First Nations in Ontario have an inherent responsibility to preserve and protect water,
not as a commodity or economic driver, but as a living, life-providing entity. These responsibilities were established prior to contact with settler governments and form the foundation of freshwater governance, protection, restoration, and conservation. First Nations often highlight the importance of the nation-to-nation relationship, Aboriginal rights, and treaty rights that support their authority, laws, and jurisdiction as they relate to water. Across Turtle Island, this authority and jurisdiction has been exercised since time immemorial and First Nations have never ceded or surrendered their rights and title to water.

PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS:

All submissions must include the following:

  • Cover Letter;
  • Detailed work plan with all deliverables accounted for;
    Completed fee schedule of estimated budget in alignment with deliverables;
  • CVs and References.

RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS
Packages to be clearly marked: Attention: Kathleen Padulo, Director of Environment by February 11, 2025 at 5pm Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Please submit electronically to Kathleen.Padulo@coo.org Submissions received after the stated deadline will not be accepted.

Download the full Request for Proposals (RFP) here