Indigenous Law Primer 2025
Date
Monday, November 17, 2025 (9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
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Bernd Christmas, K.C.Bernd Christmas Law Group -
Sara MainvilleJFK Law LLP
In this instructive session, our speakers explore key legal principles, rights, and governance structures that shape Indigenous communities and their interactions with Canada's legal systems. Covering a diverse range of topics, including an overview of the Indian Act, they delve into economic initiatives and challenges, landmark court decisions, and environmental stewardship. This program provides you with essential knowledge about the foundations and complexities of Indigenous law.
- Hear about Bill C-92- An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families and the lessons learned
- Understand mining opportunities and challenges in Ontario
- Learn about the decision in Kebaowek First Nation v. Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Presenters
- Bernd Christmas, K.C., Bernd Christmas Law Group
- Sara Mainville, JFK Law LLP
- The Honourable Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation & Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships
- Derek Ground, Barrister and Solicitor
- Eugene Meehan, K.C., Supreme Advocacy LLP
- Robert Brant, McCarthy Tétrault LLP
- Robert Janes, K.C., JFK Law LLP
- Clint Davis, CEO, Cedar Leaf Capital
- Kathleen Lickers, Barrister and Solicitor
