The Cree Research & Development Institute is leading an initiative to foster better communication among working groups and Cree land users.  The goal of the Cree Forest Lexicon Project is to develop a forest-based lexicon that will contribute to a more detailed and relevant expression of land users’ concerns and needs during consultations for the General and Annual Forest Management Plans.

The project will capture the linguistic knowledge and terminology of Cree trappers and elders in the five communities affected by forestry.

The Cree Research & Development Institute is leading an initiative to improve dialogue among Crees, the forest industry, provincial officials, and researchers.  The goal of the Harmonizing Cross-Cultural Views Project is to share information and build a mutual understanding of forest-related activities and values.  The aim is to harmonize Cree traditional and forest industry activities through increased communication, understanding and Cree participation in forest resource planning and development.