As the end of summer is nearing, we look forward to another informative and productive year. On that note, we continue exploring our mandate to make our Section as comprehensive and impactful as possible.
Please join me in extending a sincere thank you to our Past Chair, Yvan Guy J. Larocque. Yvan has proactively moved issues forward and broadened areas of focus for our Section. He has also helped encourage diversity and inclusion and strengthened important relationships.
I am pleased to introduce our 2023-2024 Executive! We look forward to continuing in our work, collaborating with those joining our efforts, and forging new pathways. Please read on to learn more about our work!
Discussion Group: The Path – Your Journey Through Indigenous Canada
Embark on “The Path – Your Journey through Indigenous Canada” discussion group, presented by the CBA Aboriginal Law Section and the CBA Immigration Law Section in collaboration with the CBA Truth and Reconciliation Initiative. This enlightening discussion group series runs from October 4 to December 13, 2023, guiding you through your Indigenous Canada legal journey.
Access six interactive modules on-demand worldwide, aimed at demystifying aspects such as the Canadian Constitution, the Indian Act, historic and modern treaties, and recent Supreme Court of Canada rulings. Whether it’s your first step or a continuation, join us to learn, connect, and network.
Register now for a unique and fulfilling experience!
Priorities for 2023-2024:
My priorities for the coming year will be:
- Planning for an in-person National Aboriginal Law Conference. Stay tuned for dates to be announced!
- Ground-breaking advocacy work. We will continue to examine issues, laws and national trends related to the law and the practice of Aboriginal law, including:
- Membership Renewal. We will continue our efforts to grow our membership, encourage diversity amongst our members and support new leaders. It is important that our Section stays relevant with practitioners of all walks of life, backgrounds, and practice areas. Renew your CBA membership today!
Essay Contest Winner
We are pleased to announce the winner of our inaugural annual essay contest. This year’s top prize is awarded to Iulia Anescu for the essay “Les principes d’interprĂ©tation constitutionnelle pour comprendre le droit inhĂ©rent Ă l’autonomie gouvernementale et ainsi justifier la lĂ©gitimitĂ© de sa reconnaissance” (only available in French). Iulia is a graduate of the University of Ottawa’s Civil Law Section, and she is pursuing a Juris Doctor degree.
The winning essay examines those principles of Canadian constitutional law which reinforce the inherent right of Indigenous self-government. The author distills the key findings of the 2022 decision in Reference to the Court of Appeal of Quebec in relation with the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and MĂ©tis children, youth and families to argue succinctly for the inevitable recognition of the constitutionally protected right of Indigenous self-government by all orders of government.
Still Working on your CPD Hours for 2023?
Did you miss the 2023 CBA Aboriginal Law Conference this spring? Purchase the on-demand recordings to learn from leading experts at the forefront of aboriginal practice and policymaking.
Other on-demand recordings are also available from our EDI Series (free for CBA members):
Get Involved
We would love for you to engage in the important work of our Section; we are only successful when fuelled by the dedication of our volunteers and Section members:
- Join a working group and contribute to our submissions. You can influence policy in real time. Contact us today to contribute to submissions and make a difference.
- Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. Like, share, comment and suggest posts.
- Submit an article for publication.
Thank you,
Pamela Large Moran (Charlottetown, PEI)
Chair, 2023-2024 CBA Aboriginal Law Section