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Think Tank on Community Safety, Justice, and Nation Governance

November 16, 2026
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Celebrating 10 years of practical strategies, trusted partnerships, and innovative solutions for building stronger Indigenous communities.

Empower your first nation with real-life solutions for affordable housing and infrastructure, community safety, justice, and governance.

Learn more about the  CONFERENCE  |  COMMUNITY SAFETY THINK TANK

Key Topics

Housing Delivery & Community Development

Accelerate housing projects, improve tenancy management, and support sustainable community growth.

Funding, Financing & Capital Planning

Navigate funding programs, financing opportunities, budgeting, and long-term investment planning.

Infrastructure, Water & Climate Resilience

Strengthen water, wastewater, community infrastructure, and climate adaptation strategies.

Governance, Community Safety & First Nations Law

Explore Nation governance, jurisdiction, community safety, by-laws, and self-determination.

Project Delivery & Risk Management

Improve procurement, contracts, RFPs, asset management, and project execution.

Workforce Development & Indigenous Capacity

Strengthen local skills, Indigenous construction capacity, and community workforce development.

Legal & Policy Updates

Understand emerging legislation, housing rights, water governance, and regulatory developments.

Leadership & Collaborative Solutions

Learn from First Nations leaders, government, and industry through interactive discussions and case studies.

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10 Years of Practical Learning and Collaboration

600+

Delegates

120+

First Nations, Tribal Councils & Indigenous Organizations

36%

Housing & Community Infrastructure

26%

First Nations Leadership

15%

Government & Public Sector

13%

Engineering & Professional Services

10%

Legal, Planning & Environmental Specialists

What you will gain

Practical Tools to Deliver Projects

Advance housing delivery, infrastructure planning, budgeting, procurement, and project management.

Greater Confidence Navigating Change

Understand funding opportunities, legal developments, governance priorities, and evolving federal initiatives.

Stronger Community Resilience

Build stronger communities through climate adaptation, water stewardship, community safety, and long-term planning.

A Network of Trusted Partners

Build relationships with First Nations leaders, government representatives, funders, legal experts, and industry partners to support future projects.

Who you will meet

Network and establish meaningful relationships with stakeholders in the following job functions:

  • Chiefs and Councillors
  • Housing
  • Economic Development
  • Finance
  • Capital and Infrastructure Administration
  • Lands and Resources
  • Public Works
  • Aboriginal Markets Financing
  • Business Development

From:

  • First Nations Communities
  • Aboriginal Economic Development Corporations
  • Construction and Engineering Firms
  • Government
  • Banks, Financial Institutions and Investment Firms
  • Water and Wastewater Services
  • Architectural Firms and Consultants

Join a community that returns year after year

  • Aamjiwnaang First Nation
  • Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
  • Constance Lake First Nation
  • Cree Nation of Chisasibi
  • Curve Lake First Nation
  • EMIC Solutions
  • Garden River First Nation
  • Ginew Housing Authority Inc.
  • Health Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
  • Indigenous Services Canada
  • Membertou First Nation
  • Mishkeegogamang First Nation
  • Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
  • Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
  • Oneida Nation of the Thames
  • Peace Hills Trust
  • Sagamok Anishnawbek
  • Statistics Canada
  • Walpole Island First Nation

Canadian Institute acknowledges that the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island have been the custodians of this land and these waters for generations. We also thank and honour the Indigenous Peoples who share their time and wisdom across our conferences.

CPD Accreditation

This program can be applied towards 2 hours 15 minutes of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required by the Law Society of Upper Canada.

Members of the Law Society of Saskatchewan seeking accreditation for an out of province activity are requested to submit the CPD Activity Application Form and agenda directly to the LSS for approval. The form is available on the LSS Website.

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“When we leave the conference, we get to bring back all the knowledge back to our community/community development.”
—Michelle Mallette, Office Admin, Wahgoshig First Nation
“Was a good experience. I had learned a lot and will continue to learn about other communities’ stories and bring them back to my home.”
—Dannah Ellison, Youth Councillor, Wahgoshig First Nation
“Very informative, it is good to know that other communities have similar cases and helping each other out and sharing.”
—Bessie House, Treasurer, Cree Nation of Chisasibi
“Good to hear other First Nations are dealing with similar issues, and are finding solutions.”
—Brian Bois, Public Works Coordinator, AFN
“I very much liked the event, I feel the topics and speakers addressed the concerns and issues we/I face within the First Nation. Great speakers and well organized thank you!”
—Housing Coordinator & Infrastructure Assistant, Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation
“It was very informative.”
—Manager, Arctic Region, Hanscomb Limited

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