Aboriginal Law Series
Aboriginal Law 101
September 29, 2015

Aboriginal Law 101 offers an introduction to the basics of Aboriginal rights, Aboriginal title, and treaty rights. What are these rights and how are they proven? It will introduce the elements of the duty of consultation and accommodation, identify when the duty is triggered and who owes the duty. A basic foundation in Aboriginal law is provided for lawyers who want to gain a better understanding of the area and sets the stage for the more in-depth topics that follow in the series.

Presenters:     
Allison Fenske, Public Interest Law Centre, Legal Aid Manitoba
Sacha Paul, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP

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

Access to Justice: Indigenous Perspectives
October 25, 2021

View this special presentation hosted by the Law Society for Access to Justice Week on Monday, October 25, 2021, featuring a line-up of renowned speakers, including the Honourable Murray Sinclair, first Indigenous CBA President 2020, Bradley Regehr, Dr. Cindy Blackstock, and special guest speaker Dr. Pamela Palmater, moderated by Danielle Morrison.

Please note that there are no materials to accompany this session.

CPD hours: 1.5 | EPPM hours: 1.5 | Price: **Free**
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Commemorating 150 Years of Treaty 1 and Treaty 2: What You Need to Know
September 17, 2021

August 2021 marked the 150th anniversaries of the signing of Treaties No. 1 and 2 in Manitoba. In honour of this important milestone, Dr. Niigaanwewidam (Niigaan) Sinclair will discuss the history of the two treaties, the significance of Section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982 which entrenches treaty rights, and why an understanding of the treaties and the obligations and benefits that flow from them is essential knowledge for all Manitoba lawyers, regardless of your area of practice.

Please note that there are no materials to accompany this session.

Presenter: Dr. Niigaanwewidam (Niigaan) James Sinclair

CPD hours: 1.25 | EPPM hours: 1.25 | Price: $60.00 + GST = $63.00
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Aboriginal Law Series
Section 91(24): The Evolution of Federal Jurisdiction and Implications for Provincial Governments, Métis and Non-Status People
February 1, 2016

What are the legal obligations arising from section 91(24) and flowing from the fiduciary duty and honour of the Crown? The law has evolved over the last 40 years to reflect the changing role of provincial governments in relationships with First Nations and individual Aboriginal people. Enjoy a discussion of some of the seminal cases and developments in this area, including:

• R. v. Cardinal (1974): First Nation reserves are not enclaves and Provincial laws apply of their own force
• Section 35 of the Constitution Act (1982): the Crown’s Duty of Consultation and Accommodation
• Tsilhqot’in Nation (2014): Limitation of doctrine of Interjurisdictional Immunity
• Grassy Narrows First Nation v. Ontario (2014): Province’s ability to take up land under treaty and the duties of the Crown to apply to the Province

The session also includes a discussion of the issues on appeal to the Supreme Court in R. v. Daniels, including what is the practical utility of section 91(24) jurisdiction over the Métis.

Moderator: Allison Fenske, Public Interest Law Centre, Legal Aid Manitoba

Presenters:
Catherine Bell, Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Alberta
Gord Hannon, Manitoba Justice

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

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**

Aboriginal Law Series
Urban Reserves as a Tool for Economic Development
March 16, 2016

Experienced practitioners deal with a variety of issues relating to urban reserves from both a municipality and First Nation’s perspective, including: What is an urban reserve and what are the advantages of developing one? How do you advance First Nations’ economic initiatives through the development of an urban reserve? What are the goals of the Nation, and how do they balance them with the needs of the federal and provincial governments, as well as third party interest holders? Also addresses practical considerations when negotiating agreements with the neighbouring municipalities including accessing municipal information, bylaw compatibility, compensation for loss of property tax revenue, available municipal services and mechanisms for dispute resolution.

Moderator: Brad Regehr, D’Arcy & Deacon LLP

Presenters:
Christine Clifford, Legal Counsel, City Solicitor’s Office, City of Regina
Kimberley Gilson, Duboff Edwards Haight & Schachter Law

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