Understanding the Needs of Indigenous Peoples to Provide Them with Access to Justice

October 25, 2023 1:45pm

Julie Blackhawk
General Counsel
Justice Canada

Sara Mainville
Partner
JFK Law LLP

  • Identifying and outlining the needs of indigenous people to ensure access to justice is readily available
  • Understanding the barriers that Indigenous people face currently when it comes to access to justice
    • Understanding the cultural limitations endured
  • Developing best practices when trying to ensure services are attainable
  • Analyzing procedures and practical strategies that provide as viable options to indigenous people
  • Analyzing whether virtual versus in-person hearings are desirable amongst rural communities
    • Has this helped?
    • Is there now a feasibility issue when offered virtual hearings?
  • Assessing accommodation processes to determine whether accommodation was met and reasonable