Includes bibliographical references (pages 53-58).

"Flooding in populated (and unpopulated) areas can have devastating impacts on the human and natural environment. Accurate and appropriately detailed flood maps are important in risk management, planning, and policy development. A majority of First Nations communities in Manitoba are regularly affected by floods, and unfortunately due to climate change and development there is increased frequency and severity expected. Poor infrastructure, incomplete emergency plans, and lack of resources combine to disproportionately disadvantage First Nations communities in response and preparation for natural disasters such as flooding. Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) leads the advancement and standardization of flood-mapping in Canada. The current project seeks to understand and document federal engagement with First Nations in Manitoba on the topic of flood mapping, and to learn how flood maps can better serve First Nations communities while respecting rights, incorporating Traditional Knowledge into federal mapping guidelines and process, namely the Federal Flood Mapping Guideline Series (FFMGS). The lessons learned in Manitoba are anticipated to be applicable to other communities, regions, and Indigenous Nations who experience similar circumstances"--Introduction, page 3.