This session will take an in-depth look at the Government of Canada’s Duty to Consult legal statute.

Part One: Fundamentals

• Examining the legal requirements
• The meaning and intent of the Duty to Consult
• Deciphering what triggers the Duty to Consult, the types of projects, and grey areas
• Analyzing the role of the Crown, the regulator, and other groups Calculating whether the duty has been sufficiently met

Part Two: Documents

• Examining the significant documents, what to look for, and what to do next Environmental Assessments
  • Technical documents
  • Filing permits

Part Three: Court Case Review

• Beckman v. Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation (2011)
• Rio Tinto Alcan Inc. v. Carrier Sekani Tribal Council (2011)
• Haida Nation v. British Columbia (Minister of Forests) (2004)
• Taku River Tlingit First Nation v. British Columbia (Project Assessment Director) (2004)
• Mikisew Cree First Nation v. Canada (Minister of Canadian Heritage) (2004)