With the aim of harmonizing forestry practices with the Cree way of life, this article proposes an integration of Cree and scientific knowledge to reach a convergence point between the two perspectives and propose better socio-ecologically adapted management strategies. In this first part of the study, interviews were conducted with Cree hunters regarding moose habitat and the impacts of forestry practices. Their needs and their knowledge about this particular species were analysed according to scientific criteria. Overall, the information provided by Cree hunters agrees with scientific knowledge on moose. However, there are also discrepancies with regards to some fundamental elements. The second part of the integrative study will therefore focus on these discrepancies in order to improve the scientific knowledge of moose for this northern habitat. Subsequently, we will integrate the two knowledge systems based on a common ecosystem approach and propose a more acceptable forestry for the territory of the Cree, Eeyou Astchee.

Model forest, Adaptatation, Canada