Aboriginal Law Series
Understanding Treaties: A Primer

December 8, 2015

Treaties are the foundation of relationships between Indigenous people and the Crown in Canada. This panel explores the current legal framework around treaty making and treaty interpretation in Canada, navigating between pre-confederation and post-confederation treaties, modern treaties and those treaties currently being negotiated. Panelists consider the law relating to interpretation, Crown duties and resolution of disputes from a variety of perspectives.

Moderator: Brad Regehr, D’Arcy & Deacon LLP

Presenters:     
Tina Dion, Barrister & Solicitor, Tsawwassen, B.C.
Brenda Gunn, Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Manitoba

CPD hours: 1.5 | EPPM hours: 1.5 | Price: $50.00 + GST = $52.50
**EPPM**