Panel: How UNDRIP is Changing the Duty to Consult and the Evolving Meaning of Consultation

Date: February 21, 2024

Time: 10:30 AM MST (local time)

Location: Matrix Hotel, Edmonton, AB

This panel discussion, as part of the Western Indigenous Consultation & Engagement conference hosted by The Canadian Institute, will include:

1. Examining a “then and now” review of treaties in Northern Canada on the 30th Anniversary of the Modern Northern Land Claims Agreements

2. Examining the federal government’s efforts to develop resources in First Nation communities

3. Decolonizing the process of engagement and consultation

4. Communicating information throughout the entire community

Speakers:

1. Eriel Deranger, Executive Director, Indigenous Climate Action

2. Jay Telegdi, Manager Government Relations, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

3. Brian Fung, Manager, Government Relations, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

4. Dale Swampy, President, National Coalition of Chiefs