The Largest Indigenous
Consultation & Engagement
Gathering in Western Canada
Join Indigenous rights holders, government decision-makers, and natural resource sector leaders at this pivotal forum focused on navigating Canada’s Indigenous consultation and engagement practices amid rapidly evolving environmental, regulatory, and legal landscapes.
From cumulative effects and impact assessments to challenges in mining laws, land claims, and redefining “success” through real-world examples of meaningful industry engagement, this event will equip you with the critical knowledge and actionable insights needed to strengthen consultation and engagement within your organization.
Attend and engage with the leaders shaping the future of mining laws and consultation practices – and gain a deeper understanding of what these legal developments mean for Indigenous rights and resource development across Canada.
160+
Delegates
54%
Indigenous Communities & Organizations
20%
Federal & Municipal Government
8
Provinces
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
From
Indigenous Communities
Provincial and Federal Government
Oil and Gas
Mining and Exploration
Power Generation and Transmission
Agriculture and Forestry
Engineering and
Environmental Services
Law Firms
Relationship Building Activities
Morning Meet and Greet
Kick off each conference day with an hour dedicated to refreshments and relationship building – meet the other attendees and the conference Co-Chairs.
Afternoon Talking Circles
Join a talking circle, offered at the end of each conference day, to check in with your fellow attendees and exchange impressions, insights, and ideas.
Indigenous Artists’ Market
Experience Indigenous culture and artistry through our Indigenous Artist’s market, available throughout the conference.
Indigenous Singing and Drumming
Strengthen the connection with your fellow delegates by participating in this ceremony led by Lonny Potts, Cultural Advisor at NAIT, from the Paul First Nation.
Smudging
Participate in a smudging ceremony each morning before the conference begins.
CPD Accreditation
This 2-day conference can be applied towards 8.5 substantive hours of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required by the Law Society of Ontario, 1 professionalism hours, and 45 minutes of EDI. Members will also receive an additional 3 substantive hours at each pre-conference workshop.
Learn more“It was all put together really well. I liked the indigenous content and professional legal information.”
“Great mix of speakers sharing relevant, interesting, and useful information. Well-organized, excellent MCs/hosts etc.”
“The event featured a lot of impressive speakers and panelists who brought real-world experience to the discussion. There was a lot of legal imperatives that painted a picture that was realistic to the struggle of the consultation and engagement process with Indigenous groups at the community level.”
“Being able to network and walk away with important knowledge and people info is awesome. All FNs have similar situations as well common barriers.”
“Every topic was great! They all flowed well and the speakers were amazing. There seemed to be a great balance of listening, and participation from the audience (i.e. offering Q& A after every topic).”
“I gained insights into Indigenous Governance, consultation frameworks, and engagement strategies. The event provided valuable networking opportunities with industry leaders, government representatives, and Indigenous organizations. I explored best practices for meaningful consultation, emphasizing the importance of traditional knowledge, community-driven decision-making, and economic reconciliation. The conference also reinforced my on-going work in Indigenous Governance studies through Yellowhead Tribal College. It aligned with my Indigenous Governance and Administration, offering practical knowledge that could support my work with Mackenzie Valley Review Board.”
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]
