This project proposal describes the historical background of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN) and the need for a Traditional Knowledge, Land Use and Occupancy and Place Names Study. The purpose of the project, as well as the scope, approach, project description and study methodology are all outlined within this proposal. Although this document/proposal was also provided to the Regional Office of the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs (DIAND), additional information and responses to complete the application for funds under the Environmental Capacity Development Initiative (ECDI) has been added. Resumes of the Fish Creek Consulting team, along with the Environmental Capacity Development Initiative Guidelines have also been included with this Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation Traditional Knowledge, Land Use Occupancy Study and Place Names proposal consolidation submitted January 2001.