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Navigating Canadian Law and Policy Regarding Indigenous Peoples
October 26 to November 6, 2020
Overview
Over the past two decades in Canada, landmark court decisions have mandated free, prior and informed consent and the duty to consult and accommodate; the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) developed a set of Calls to Action; and, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) was adopted with the intention to implement. In this context, it has become increasingly important for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people of Canada to have a working knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal rights, law and policies, and how they apply to their work in relation to Indigenous Peoples and communities, territories, businesses and government.
The precedent setting agreements between the Haida Nation and the federal and provincial governments, and the ongoing Haida title case, serves as the backdrop for this program. Participants will learn from legal experts, local professionals and knowledge holders, who will provide insight into how relationships, processes and practices on Haida Gwaii and elsewhere are advancing reconciliation in Canada.
Program Instructors
Course Organization
This online professional development course will be structured so as to maximize learning and networking. The course is structured to allow for conventional knowledge dissemination (lecture) complemented by discussion and application of concepts and experiential opportunities.
Program Learning Objectives
This program will equip participants with an understanding of:
- History of law and policy in Canada regarding Aboriginal Peoples and territories
- Legal terminology and the proper use of terminology regarding Indigenous Peoples of Canada
- The existence of Indigenous systems of law and governance since time immemorial
- Indian Act, Truth and Reconciliation Commission, United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- Aboriginal rights and title in Canada
- Implications of key legal precedents in Aboriginal law in Canada for business practice, policy development and cross-cultural relationship
Program Audience and Agenda
This online professional development program is an opportunity for representatives from diverse sectors including industry, non-government and government organizations (Indigenous, federal, provincial and municipal) to come together to develop understanding, tools and strategies for successful collaboration with Indigenous Peoples and organizations, within the context of recognizing and upholding the rights of Indigenous Peoples of Canada. A program agenda will be posted soon.
How to Apply
Applications will open in June 2020. If you would like to be informed of when applications open please send an email to hg.institute@ubc.ca
Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay
Program Fee
Details will be shared soon.
