6.4.8.3 Community Cultural Event Sponsorship (Cash, Management Costs, In-Kind Contributions)

A forestry company operating near an Indigenous community sponsors the annual cultural festival. This sponsorship includes financial support, assistance with event planning and management, and in-kind contributions like materials for constructing event stalls and stages. The event successfully showcases Indigenous traditions and arts, creating opportunities for local artisans, and enhances cultural understanding between the community and the company's employees. The driver for this sponsorship is tied closely to the forest development plan that the forestry company seeks regulatory approval for.