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Indigenous Law Primer 2025

Date

Monday, November 17, 2025 (9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)

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CPD Hour(s)
5 h Substantive
1 h EDI Professionalism
Location

View this webcast-only program from your home or office computer

Additional Information

Page Count: 108

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Co-Chairs
  • Bernd Christmas, K.C.
    Bernd Christmas Law Group
  • Sara Mainville
    JFK Law LLP
Description

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 MainvilleJFK Law LLP
  • The Honourable Greg RickfordMinister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation & Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships
  • Derek GroundBarrister and Solicitor
  • Eugene Meehan, K.C.Supreme Advocacy LLP
  • Robert BrantMcCarthy Tétrault LLP
  • Robert Janes, K.C.JFK Law LLP
  • Clint DavisCEOCedar Leaf Capital
  • Kathleen LickersBarrister and Solicitor

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