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Scholarship Passes for Indigenous Youths!
Ten complimentary passes are available for Indigenous youth. Register for the conference and nominate a candidate to benefit from this opportunity.
* Scholarship passes will be awarded to the first ten eligible nominees.
Consultation and engagement with Indigenous Peoples is a fundamental component of good governance, responsible development, and reconciliation in Atlantic Canada.
As Indigenous Nations assert their sovereignty and climate-driven projects grow in complexity, the duty to consult is evolving rapidly.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Carney’s plan to accelerate project approvals to position Canada as the world’s “leading energy superpower” and reduce U.S. reliance adds new pressure to an already delicate balance.
This conference offers a timely opportunity to join Indigenous leaders, legal experts, regulators, and industry professionals for practical, solutions-focused dialogue. Explore legal obligations, emerging expectations, environmental protection, and how to build respectful, lasting relationships. Be part of the conversations shaping the future of consultation in Atlantic Canada.
Conference Co-Chairs
Renée Pelletier
Senior Partner
Olthuis, Kleer, Townshend LLP
Houston Barnaby
Lawyer | Founding Partner
Balsam: Indigenous Reconciliation Education & Advisory
Featured Speakers
Nadir André
Partner
JFK Law LLP
Matimekush-Lac John First Nation
Lorraine Augustine
Chief and President
Native Council of Nova Scotia
Mi’kmaq
Garnet Brooks
Managing Lawyer
Brooks Business Law
Mi’kmaq First Nation
Roderick Gould
Chief
Abegweit First Nation
Justin Martin
Fisheries Manager
Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn (Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative)
Millbrook First Nation
Michael Peters
Chief Executive Officer
Glooscap Ventures
Glooscap First Nation
Conference Highlights
Indigenous Leaders Round Table
Priorities, Best Practices, and Key Challenges Across Atlantic Canada
Navigating Legal Frontiers
UNDRIP and Wolastoqey Title Claim Insights from the Lawyers Who Argued the Cases
Fisheries and Marine Renewables
Opportunities, Challenges, and Risks
Becoming an Energy Superpower
Impacts of Streamlined Approvals on Indigenous Consultation and Rights
Interactive Learning & Relationship Building
Extended Time for Question and Discussion After Every Panel
Who You Will Meet
Chiefs and Councillors, Senior Executives, Directors, and Managers of:
- Indigenous Relations
- Internal and External Affairs
- Stakeholder Relations, Community Relations
- Project Development
- Environmental Planning
- Government and Corporate Affairs
- Policy Analysts
- In-House Counsel and Partners
From
Indigenous Communities and Organizations
Provincial and Federal Government
Oil and Gas
Mining and Exploration
Power Generation and Transmission
Agriculture and Forestry
Engineering and Environmental Services
Law Firms
Benefits to Attending
Tailored Focus on the Atlantic Region
Get region-specific insights and solutions tailored to the unique challenges of Atlantic Canada that you won’t find anywhere else.
Holistic Perspectives and Strategies
Hear directly from Indigenous leaders, government officials, and industry representatives to understand diverse viewpoints and build more balanced, effective consultation strategies.
Legal Updates and Practical Implications
Stay current on the latest court decisions impacting Indigenous consultation, and walk away with tools to better support Indigenous clients and navigate evolving legal responsibilities.
Interactive, Action-Oriented Sessions
Engage in collaborative discussions with Indigenous leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to address real-world challenges and co-create culturally informed solutions.
Relationship-Building Opportunities
Reconnect with peers and build new relationships with key players in the consultation space—from community leaders to senior decision-makers across sectors.
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Accreditation
This 2-day conference program can be applied towards substantive hours of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as required by the Law Society of Ontario. Members will also receive an additional substantive hours at each pre-conference workshop.
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Indigenous Affairs Series
This series offers a unique opportunity to connect with Indigenous communities, key government officials, and industry executives in a neutral, collaborative space to address challenges, exchange ideas, and build impactful partnerships where all voices are heard and respected.
Become a driving force in this crucial national conversation and take the next step toward supporting Indigenous rights, sustainable project development, and community engagement.
Learn more“Speakers and content were very interesting!”
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“I have learned so much over the two-day conference. Overall, I had a great experience and hope to work with The Canadian Institute again.”
Sponsor Opportunities
With conferences in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, the C5 Group of Companies: American Conference Institute, the Canadian Institute, and C5 Group, provides a diverse portfolio of conferences, events and roundtables devoted to providing business intelligence to senior decision makers responding to challenges around the world.
For more information please contact:
Jason Kanagalingam
Business Development Manager
Phone: 647-649-2438
Email: [email protected]
