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The must-attend event for consultation and engagement professionals in Western Canada
17th Annual Conference on
Western Indigenous Consultation Engagement
&
February 20 – 21, 2025
Matrix Hotel, Edmonton, AB
Bridging communities, governments, and industries to tackle Canada’s natural resource challenges
2025 Conference Co-Chairs
Melody Lepine
Business and Environment Lead
The Firelight Group Mikisew Cree First Nation
Shaleigh Raine Lands, Consultation, and Economic Development Manager
Louis Bull Tribe (Kispatinaw)
Enhanced Learning Through Interactive Workshops on FEBRUARY 19
AA Primer on the Duty to Consult B
Negotiating Resource Revenue
Sharing and Writing Meaningful Impact Benefit Agreements (IBAs)
Professionals from Western Canada's Natural Resources sector will help you:
CHEVRON-RIGHT EXPLORE Equity Partnerships, Joint Ventures, and picking the best model for your project
CHEVRON-RIGHT CLARIFY your obligations regarding Cumulative Effects assessments
CHEVRON-RIGHT ANTICIPATE the impact of proposed amendments to the Federal Impact Assessment Act
CHEVRON-RIGHT DISCOVER the latest updates on the Federal Action Plan to Implement UNDRIP and BC's DRIPA
CHEVRON-RIGHT ANALYZE the legal challenges to Ontario's Mining Act
CHEVRON-RIGHT OBTAIN Free, Prior and Informed Consent for your projects
NEW for 2025
Smudging Drum and Song Ceremony
Indigenous Artists' Market Talking Circles
Conference Sponsor
Indigenous consultation and engagement practices are evolving rapidly amid major legal, political, and environmental shifts. Key developments—such as proposed amendments to the federal Impact Assessment Act, challenges to mining laws in Ontario and British Columbia, and a growing emphasis on equity partnerships and Indigenous ownership in natural resource projects—are ushering in a new era of consultation. This shift moves beyond baseline requirements to prioritize meaningful and sustained engagement. In this context, resource development and infrastructure expansion face heightened scrutiny from Indigenous Nations and communities, underscoring the critical need for strong, collaborative relationships that honor and center Indigenous rights and priorities
However, this evolution comes with complex challenges. Governments are under pressure to fulfill public expectations for infrastructure growth, while Indigenous Nations work to balance economic development opportunities with environmental stewardship. Private industry in the natural resources sector, in turn, must navigate legal obligations, manage cumulative effects, and adapt to an evolving consultation framework—all while striving to maintain momentum in a competitive market. This dynamic environment requires practical strategies and insights for building trust, fostering early and meaningful engagement, supporting Indigenous capacity building, and adhering to principles of free, prior, and informed consent
Join us at the Canadian Institute’s 17th Annual Western Indigenous Consultation & Engagement Conference in Edmonton, February 20–21, 2025, for a unique opportunity to engage with consultation and engagement professionals from Indigenous communities, government, and industry. This conference will offer the most current best practices, legal updates, and insights to strengthen your consultation processes. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your approach to consultation and build relationships that will guide your organization for the future. We look forward to welcoming you!
WHO YOU WILL MEET
Chiefs and Councilors, 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
Speaker Faculty
CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS
Melody Lepine
Business and Environment Lead
The Firelight Group Mikisew Cree First Nation
Shaleigh Raine Lands, Consultation, and Economic Development Manager Louis Bull Tribe (Kispatinaw)
DISTINGUISHED FACULTY
Jeremy Baretto Partner
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
Stephen Buffalo
President and CEO
Indian Resource Council Samson Cree Nation
Mark Calette
Senior Director, Indigenous Relations Saskatchewan Research Council Métis Nation, Saskatchewan
Troy G. Chalifoux, LL.B. Senior Counsel Maurice Law LLP Cree-Métis
Malek Eid, CPA, CA Chief Investment Officer Mikisew Group of Companies
Jackie Esmonde Partner Cavalluzzo LLP
Max FineDay Chief Executive Officer Warshield Sweetgrass First Nation
Paul Heighington Senior Advisor
UN Declaration Act
Implementation Secretariat, Justice Canada
Linda J. Innes Chief
Gixtaała Nation
Kate Kempton Senior Counsel Woodward & Company LLP
Rebecca Kragnes Director, Indigenous Relations & Community Engagement
Bird Construction Métis Nation of Alberta
Ryan M. Lake Partner Maurice Law LLP
Clayton Leonard Senior Counsel JFK Law LLP
Koren Marriott Senior Counsel Aboriginal Law Center, Justice Canada
Terry Mitchell Corporate VP, Indigenous Relations Graham Construction Group Heart Lake First Nation (Treaty 6)
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Marcel Pelletier Vice-President, Indigenous Relations AECOM
Robert Phillips Political Executive First Nations Summit Tsq’escen’ (Canim Lake) First Nation, a part of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation
Lonny Potts Cultural Advisor, Drummer & Singer Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Paul First Nation
Angelina Silver Crown Consultation Coordinator Canada Energy Regulator Kainai Nation (Blackfoot Confederacy)
Sharon G.K. Singh Partner | Co-Head, Indigenous and Environment McMillan LLP
S. Ronald Stevenson Counsel Power Law
Cynthia Westaway Partner First People's Law LLP
Carol M. Wildcat Consultation Coordinator Ermineskin Cree Nation
This 2-day conference can be applied towards 6.5 substantive hours of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required by the Law Society of Ontario, 1.5 professionalism hours, and 45 minutes of EDI. Members will also receive an additional 3 substantive hours at each pre-conference workshop.
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.
The same number of hours may be applied toward your continuing legal education requirements in British Columbia.
The Barreau du Quebec automatically recognizes the same number of hours for this training activity, the latter having been accredited by another Law Society subject to MCLE.
Attendance at this program by members of the Law Society of Alberta may be submitted to the Law Society for Continuing Professional Development credits.
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
WORKSHOP
A: 9:30am – 12:30pm
A Primer on the Duty to Consult
The presentations regarding recent court decisions were excellent. Provided tremendous insight regarding the past and future.
Technical and Indigenous Communications Lead, Solaris-MCI
This workshop offers a comprehensive, hands-on approach to understanding the complexities of the Duty to Consult. Through practical case studies and guided discussions, attendees will gain actionable insights and tools to navigate legal obligations and challenges. The workshop will provide participants with a deeper understanding of their roles, focusing on key legal requirements, grey areas, and best practices for upholding consultation standards. Topics of discussion will include:
• Triggering the common law Duty to Consult, with consideration for gray areas such as infrastructure projects
• Understanding the legal minimum requirements to fulfill the Duty to Consult
• Implementing consultation obligations in treaty agreements, including implementing modern treaty obligations
• Consultation obligations pursuant to Bill S-3 (amendment to the Indian Act) to provide new entitlements to registration
• Reviewing the Peace and Friendship Treaties and how they affect consultation
Cynthia Westaway Partner
First People's Law LLP
Angelina Silver Crown Consultation Coordinator
Canada Energy Regulator
Kainai Nation (Blackfoot Confederacy)
• Advancing reconciliation through the Principles Respecting the Government of Canada’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples
• Recognizing Indigenous rights within the consultation process
• Upholding the honour of the Crown through meaningful and respectful engagement
WORKSHOP B: 1:30pm –
4:30pm
Negotiating Resource Revenue Sharing and Writing Meaningful Impact Benefit Agreements (IBAs)
The goal of an IBA is to secure project certainty while ensuring benefits are shared among communities, risks or negative impacts are mitigated, and the interests of communities are acknowledged. As IBAs are increasingly becoming a common means of acquiring community consent (especially among Indigenous rights holders) and this can later be considered part of the Crown's duty to consult, now more than ever, it is critical that communities and industry craft meaningful impact benefit agreements. In this workshop, speakers will share key insights and provide principles to support First Nations communities in preparing for and implementing IBAs. Topics of discussion include:
• Reviewing the key differences between types of natural resource projects that should impact negotiation
• Developing best practices for pre-negotiation
» The importance of early relationship building
» Building community capacity to negotiate and benefit from projects
» Identifying goals, needs, and expectations of communities and industry
• Developing best practices for negotiation
» How often to meet, and when, and how
» Understanding what "success" means to each negotiating party
» Considering any fiscal regimes needed to secure monetary benefits
» Setting out non-monetary benefits and impacts
» Finalizing an agreement
• Developing best practices for implementation
» Realizing and managing benefits from the project
» Mitigating adverse impacts and keeping detailed reports
» Monitoring IBA performance and adjusting the IBA as needed
• Developing best practices for post-project completion
» Ensuring IBA benefits and their impact are sustainable and long lasting
» Evaluating the IBA and using that evaluation to inform future agreements
Carol M. Wildcat Consultation Coordinator Ermineskin Cree Nation
Clayton Leonard Senior Counsel JFK Law LLP
February 20, 2025
Main Conference Day One
7:45 Registration, Refreshments, and Relationships
Being able to network and walk away with important knowledge and people info is awesome. All FNs have similar situations as well common barriers.
Band Administrator, Peerless Trout First Nation
Grab refreshments, visit the Indigenous market, and connect informally with the other attendees and speakers before the main event begins!
8:45 Land Acknowledgment and Welcome by the Canadian Institute
8:50 Opening Remarks from the Conference Co-Chairs
Melody Lepine Business and Environment Lead
The Firelight Group
Mikisew Cree First Nation
9:00 Traditional Welcome and Prayer
Shaleigh Raine Lands, Consultation, and Economic Development Manager
Louis Bull Tribe (Kispatinaw)
9:15 Equity Partnerships for Natural Resources Projects: Advancing the Path to Indigenous Economic Empowerment
As reconciliation continues, Indigenous rights holders and First Nations are increasingly demanding longer-lasting equity partnerships with the natural resources developers and are increasingly establishing themselves as owners of projects. This session will explore the dynamic landscape and importance of Indigenous equity partnerships, including direct insights and lessons learned from existing Indigenous equity partnerships.
Group of Companies
10:00
Building off the introduction and on-the-ground exploration of equity partnerships, this follow up session will detail the specific commercial and regulatory considerations of different business models to help you assess which is the best fit for your project. Topics of discussion include:
• Understanding the legal framework for Indigenous ownership and the implications of different ownership and partnership models
• Navigating regulatory and tax challenges, including differences in requirements for various Indigenous land regimes
• Choosing the right partnership structure and identifying the criteria for selecting between joint ventures, equity partnerships, and other agreements based on project scale, community priorities, and governance requirements
• Assessing risk and return on investment in Joint Ventures by examining the financial and operational considerations
Stephen Buffalo President and CEO
Indian Resource Council
Samson Cree Nation
Jeremy Baretto Partner
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
Malek Eid, CPA, CA Chief Investment Officer Mikisew
11:00
11:15 Strengthening Your Consultation Framework: Practical Tools for Relationship-Building and Case Law Guidance
This session will explore best practices for First Nations to develop and implement consultation strategies that prioritize relationship building, trust, and engaging early in the decision-making process, drawing on both practical, hands-on experience and lessons learned from important duty to consult cases.
• Utilizing early consultation to identify and address concerns before they potentially impact treaty rights or Aboriginal Interests
• Developing a robust consultation framework that generalizes processes and clearly outlines the roles and responsibilities of all parties
» Integrating industry-specific sub-consultation frameworks to enhance the generalized consultative processes
• Using case law to support your position
» Understanding key duty to consult decisions from court decisions and the Specific Claims Tribunal
12:00 Lunch Break
1:00 Reconciling Uncertainty and Overlap Between Federal and Provincial Assessments: What the Impact Assessment Act Amendments Mean for Ongoing and Future Projects
This session will explore the far-reaching consequences of the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling on the federal Impact Assessment Act (IAA), and the proposed amendments aimed at reconciling federal and provincial jurisdiction. Speakers will emphasize how these changes reshape the landscape of natural resource project development, particularly in relation to Indigenous rights, cumulative effects assessment, and the role of Indigenous-led processes. Topics of discussion will include:
• Setting the stage by reviewing why the Supreme Court found the IAA unconstitutional and summarizing the proposed amendments to the IAA
» E.g., narrowing the scope of federal oversight, redefining “effects within federal jurisdiction,” and implications for project reviews
• Identifying the opportunities for how Indigenous communities can leverage the amendments to strengthen their participation in project approvals and ensure better protection of their rights
• Understanding the impact that the proposed amendments may have on natural resources project development and environmental assessments:
» How the reduced federal oversight and streamlined processes may expedite project approvals for industries such as mining, energy, and forestry
» Identifying potential risks and benefits for project developers navigating both provincial and federal requirements under the new framework
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Ryan M. Lake Partner Maurice Law
S. Ronald Stevenson Counsel Power Law
2:00 Update on the Federal United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Action Plan 2023-2028
Get the latest insights on the Federal Government's United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Action Plan 2023-2028. The speaker will review the TRC's Call to Action 43, and analyze key highlights of the Action Plan, highlighting the federal government's progress toward fulfilling the TRC's recommendations and implementing UNDRIP in Canada. Topics of discussion will include:
• Reviewing the TRC's Call to Action 43 and the federal government's approach to fulfilling the TRC's recommendations
• Analyzing the key highlights of Action Plan and update on the progress and implementation
• Exploring the anticipated impact on the duty to consult
2:30 Afternoon Refreshment Break
Koren Marriott
Senior Counsel
Aboriginal Law Center, Justice Canada
Paul Heighington
Negotiator & Senior Policy Analyst
UN Declaration Act
Implementation Secretariat, Justice Canada
2:45 Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA): A Genuine Path or Unfulfilled Promise?
Impact of the Gitxaala
case,
DRIPA and UNDRIP on Advancing Indigenous Rights
The 2019 enactment of BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) generally received positive recognition as a concrete step towards advancing reconciliation. Five years later, the Gitxaala case finally referenced DRIPA in a way that surprised many. Therefore, this session will critically analyze UNDRIP and the Gitxaala case and asking whether UNDRIP and DRIPA represent a meaningful commitment to advancing Indigenous rights or is merely another unfulfilled promise. Topics of discussion include:
• Analyzing the original objectives of Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) and how they do or do not align with the lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples in BC, highlighting any gaps between policy and practice
• Evaluating how DRIPA and UNDRIP have influenced Indigenous governance structures and decisionmaking processes, including any advancements or setbacks in autonomy and rights recognition
• Exploring why the B.C. Supreme Court determined it has no role in enforcing DRIPA
» Providing insights into the ongoing challenges and opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to use DRIPA to meaningfully advance rights
• Discussing what meaningful change looks like and the steps necessary to ensure that DRIPA and UNDRIP fulfill their promise to Indigenous Peoples, including recommendations for more robust engagement and accountability mechanisms
Robert Phillips
Political Executive
First Nations Summit Tsq’escen’ (Canim Lake) First Nation, a part of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation
Linda J. Innes
Chief Gixtaała Nation
Moderated by:
Sharon G.K. Singh
Partner | Co-Head, Indigenous and Environment McMillan LLP
3:45 Aboriginal Leaders Roundtable: Appreciating the Different Cultures, Traditions, and Natural Resource Priorities of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit
In this special moderated roundtable, an Inuit speaker, Métis speaker, and First Nations speaker from a Treaty and non-Treaty land will each discuss their culture, history, and priorities with respect to developing natural resources. Although they are not speaking on behalf of all Inuit, Métis, and First Nations, this roundtable will create an opportunity to deepen relationships by highlighting the uniqueness of each group. Topics of discussion include:
• Defining cultural identity and the role of historical experiences in shaping their worldview today
• Exploring the relationship between land, natural resources, and spiritual practices, and how this impacts decisions regarding land and resource management
• Shaping governance structures through traditional practices and identifying unique approaches to leadership and decision-making
• Balancing economic development with environmental stewardship and cultural preservation when extracting natural resources
• Understanding the key priorities in consultation, consent, and participating in decision-making processes in the context of resource development
4:45
Debrief by Conference Co-Chairs and Talking Circles
The conference co-chairs will share final thoughts and insights with the attendees. From there, attendees will be invited to join one of four talking circles to check in with themselves and with fellow attendees.
5:30 Conference Adjourns to Day Two
February 21, 2025
Main Conference Day Two
7:45 Registration, Refreshments, and Relationships
Grab refreshments, visit the Indigenous market, and connect informally with the other attendees and speakers before day two of the main event begins!
I really appreciated the range of presentations, the opportunity for both First Nations and Metis presentations, and networking opportunities. I learned a lot and made connections for continued relations. Overall I thought it was delivered very well.
Indigenous Relations Liaison, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
8:45 Land Acknowledgment and Welcome from the Canadian Institute
8:50 Opening Remarks from the Conference Co-Chairs
Melody Lepine Business and Environment Lead
The Firelight Group Mikisew Cree First Nation
9:00
Raine Lands, Consultation, and Economic Development Manager Louis Bull Tribe (Kispatinaw)
This panel will examine the underlying causes of the disconnect between job availability and employability in the natural resources sector, focusing on actionable steps that industry, government, and Indigenous communities can take to create sustainable, long-term employment opportunities. Topics of discussion include:
• Explaining the cultural challenges many Indigenous workers face in transitioning to a Western work culture, including work protocols, punctuality, and communication styles
• Identifying other factors affecting Indigenous employment, such as access to education, transportation to job sites, mental health services, and systemic discrimination
» How do these barriers further widen the labour gap?
• Assessing the effectiveness of existing training programs offered by industry and government
» What is being missed in equipping workers with both technical and soft skills?
• Unpacking the role of IBAs in securing employment
» Are these agreements living up to their potential, or are they overlooking critical components of workforce readiness?
• Strategizing how industry and government can take more responsibility for setting Indigenous workers up for success
» Implementing policy changes, investment in training, community support systems, mentorship, cultural sensitivity training for employers, and more
9:45 Indigenous Owned Projects and Businesses: Best Practices for Good Governance and Economic Development
• Developing good governance and finance practices
» Strengthening governance frameworks to unlock economic opportunities, including exploring new financing models such as the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) and other innovative options
• Understanding the impact of indigenous ownership on consultation and regulatory approvals
» Examining how Indigenous ownership shapes the consultation and approval processes, reflecting a shift away from historical frameworks like the Natural Resources Transfer Agreements (NRTAs)
» Addressing challenges that arise when Indigenous communities are project co-owners
• Building effective relationships with key stakeholders and rights holders
» Highlighting the importance of meaningful consultation procedures in land use, development, and governance while fostering strong relationships with rights holders, government partners, and other organizations
• Leveraging corporate and tax considerations for indigenous projects
» Identifying opportunities unique to Indigenous-owned projects, including the connection between Additions to Reserve (ATR) processes and the realization of broader economic benefits
Shaleigh
Closing the Labour Gap Amidst Natural Resource Projects and Indigenous Workforce Potential
Terry Mitchell Corporate VP, Indigenous Relations Graham Construction Group Heart Lake First Nation (Treaty 6)
Troy Chalifoux Senior Counsel Maurice Law LLP
Max FineDay Chief Executive Officer Warshield Sweetgrass First Nation
11:00 How Can You Have Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) Without Consultation?
Navigating the Lack of Consultation in Mining Laws and Land Claims
In 2023, the Gitxaala and Ehattesaht Nations won a key legal challenge against BC's mining permit system, while Ontario faces similar court battles following Premier Doug Ford’s mining push. Ontario's Mining Act does not require consultation with First Nations, sparking disputes over the duty to consult, FPIC, and meaningful Environmental Assessments (EA). This panel will examine these legal and environmental tensions. Topics of discussion include:
• Unpacking free prior and informed consent
» Defining the concept of FPIC as recognized under international law and Indigenous frameworks
» Exploring its critical role in safeguarding Indigenous sovereignty and self-determination
Kate Kempton Senior Counsel Woodward & Company LLP
Jackie Esmonde Partner Cavalluzzo LLP
• Analyzing the legal challenges to Ontario's Mining Act and anticipating the implications of these challenges on future resource development and Indigenous rights
• Defining "meaningful consultation" in the Environmental Assessment process
» Canvassing the complexities and limitations of delegating the duty to consult during the EA process to companies
• Addressing how disagreements within and between First Nations communities can complicate the FPIC and consultation process
12:00
Redefining "Success" by Building
Genuine Relationships: Real-World Examples of Meaningful Engagement and Consultation in Resource Development
Resource development projects in energy and mining require more than just regulatory compliance; they demand genuine, long-term partnerships. In this session, industry speakers will share real-world experiences and practical examples of what meaningful engagement and respectful consultation with Indigenous communities must look like. Topics of discussion will include:
• Exploring recent and ongoing natural resources projects and highlighting some of the challenges encountered during engagement or consultation
• Sharing examples of adapting approaches to address the specific concerns of Indigenous communities
• Drawing from real-life experiences of genuine or meaningful engagement and consultation
• Offering insights on how other industry professionals can lead with authenticity and respect in all their dealings with Indigenous communities
Rebecca Kragnes Director, Indigenous Relations & Community Engagement Bird Construction Métis Nation of Alberta
Marcel Pelletier Vice-President, Indigenous Relations AECOM
2:00 Afternoon Refreshment Break
2:15 Incorporating Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK): Moving Beyond a Checklist to Meaningful Integration in Consultation and Engagement
As cumulative impacts, such as those exacerbated by climate change, become increasingly prevalent, it is imperative to incorporate both scientific and Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK) into early-stage consultation processes. By effectively integrating ITK into legal, policy, and decision-making frameworks, the ability to address complex environmental challenges is significantly enhanced – which involves much more than ticking off a box in the consultation checklist. Topics of discussion will include:
• Developing practical strategies for translating ITK into actionable legal and policy recommendations
• Designing consultation processes that prioritize and effectively utilize ITK to inform decision-making
• Establishing frameworks for incorporating ITK into environmental and climate-related assessments and planning
3:00 Protecting the Land to Secure the Future: Ensuring Environmental Protection in Natural Resource Projects
Building off the previous session on Indigenous Traditional Knowledge, this session will dive deeper into the practices, policies, and regulations that balance environmental protection with natural resource development.
• Understanding the key environmental laws, regulations, and policies
• Addressing the environmental risks posed by resource projects in a changing climate
» Developing effective plans to offset environmental impacts and rehabilitate ecosystems
» Exploring innovative approaches to sustainable development and protection from climate change
• Ensuring that regulators and stakeholders adhere to environmental standards in resource projects
3:45 Debrief by Conference Co-Chairs and Talking Circles
The conference co-chairs will share final thoughts and insights with the attendees. From there, attendees will be invited to join a talking circle before the event concludes.
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