CI’s Western Indigenous Consultation & Engagement Conference

February 20 – 21, 2025
Matrix Hotel, Edmonton, AB

This pivotal event will bring together Indigenous leaders, government officials, and industry stakeholders to foster collaboration and tackle Canada’s natural resource challenges.

Co-chaired by Melody Lepine (Mikisew Cree First Nation) and Shaleigh Raine (Louis Bull Tribe (Kispatinaw)), this event will provide a non-partisan setting where all voices are heard and respected. The diverse speaker faculty features Stephen Buffalo (Indian Resource Council), Rebecca Kragnes (Bird Construction (Métis Nation of Alberta)), Terry Mitchell (Heart Lake First Nation (Treaty 6)), Carol M. Wildcat (Ermineskin Cree Nation), Cynthia Westaway (First Peoples Law), Kate Kempton (Woodward & Company LLP) and more.

Key Topics Include:

• Equity Partnerships and Indigenous Ownership
• How the Blueberry River Decision is Meant to Redefine Cumulative Effects
• Aboriginal Leaders Roundtable: Sovereignty and Reconciliation
• Natural Resource Projects and Indigenous Workforce Potential
• FIRESIDE CHAT: Indigenous Advocacy in Colonial Governments

From cumulative effects and impact assessments to intricacies in mining laws and land claims, to real examples of exceptional community engagement by the industry – this event will focus on 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.

This year’s event explores new ways to honour Indigenous traditions, amplify Indigenous voices, and enhance Indigenous perspectives. Throughout 2 days the delegates will be offered:

• Smudging
• Drum and song ceremony
• Indigenous Artists’ Market
• Talking Circles

Save 10% with the promo code: P10-999-NT25

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