Aboriginal Law 2009: How Recent Case Law Will Impact Engagement with First Nations
Fasken Martineau Aboriginal Law Group Seminar
November 27, 2009
Offices of Fasken Martineau
2900-550 Burrard St
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Event participants:
Paul C. Wilson, Kevin O'Callaghan
Join us as Fasken Martineau lawyers Paul Wilson, Kevin O'Callaghan and Katey Grist review recent decisions regarding aboriginal rights as well as the duty to consult and their impact on deciding how to approach First Nations engagement.
Recent Developments in Aboriginal Law
We will discuss recent cases and their impacts on the law regarding the duty to consult:
- Ahousaht (BCSC) - Aboriginal right to catch and sell fish
- Alcan & Kwikwetlem (BCCA) - Consultation and the BC Utilities Commission
- Brokenhead Ojibway & Standing Buffalo (FC & FCA) - Consultation and the National Energy Board
- Cache Creek Landfill (BCSC) - Consultation and the Environmental Assessment Office
A Constructive Approach to Engagement
We will also discuss the following tips and techniques for engaging with First Nations in order to increase chances of a negotiated solution while fulfilling the duty to consult:
Date:
Friday, November 27, 2009
Location:
Offices of Fasken Martineau
2900-550 Burrard St
Vancouver, B.C.
Agenda:
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. | Registration & Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Seminar Presentation
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