Information and Registration
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) called upon for the legal profession to ensure its members receive appropriate cultural competency training, to better understand the history and legacy of residential schools, and to learn more about the rights of Indigenous peoples and Indigenous law. Members of the profession have responded positively to the calls to action of the TRC, and in doing so have come to appreciate that reconciliation will take time and commitment. The relationship between the justice system and Indigenous peoples has had its challenges and presents the question “What can we do differently?” In the interests of moving reconciliation forward, this critical question is the theme of this unique bench and bar event.
This Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event aims to give lawyers and judges a unique opportunity to increase knowledge and awareness about the challenges faced by Indigenous people within the justice system. Lawyers and Judges in the Northwest Territories will hear from practitioners, academics, justice system participants, community leaders and service providers about restorative justice and reconciliation. The program is intended to highlight Indigenous voices and will take place outside courtrooms and offices and within the Yellowknives Dene community of Dettah. There will also be a visit to the Arctic Indigenous Wellness Centre and two book club sessions offered as a prelude to the event. The goal is not only to educate, but also to bring people together with a view to improving in the justice system’s relationship with Indigenous peoples.
You can register for these events here. The registration fee will cover the cost of all related events.
Bench and Bar Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event
December 8, 9 (Begins at 9:00am on December 8th, ends at 5:00pm on December 9th)
Cost is $150.00 per person. Payment can be made at the time of booking or at a later date.
Registration Closes at 4:00pm on November 16th
Transportation to and from the Chief Drygeese Government Building and Conference Centre in Dettah as well as the Arctic Indigenous Wellness Centre will be provided at no additional cost.
Lunch and snacks will be provided
In the registration notes section, please indicate whether you will require transportation and if you have any dietary requirements
You can register for the events here.
Bench and Bar Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event Saturday, December 10 Session
An additional session is scheduled for Saturday, December 10, for those who are available. It is included in the registration fee. This session will run from 9:00am until 12:00pm. You must register separately for this event.
Bench and Bar Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event Social
December 9th at 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Fishy People
Cost included in registration fees
Registration closes on November 16th at 4:00pm
Canapés and Cash Bar
Please include any dietary restrictions in the registration notes
Bench and Bar Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event Book Club:
“Peace and Good Order” by Harold Johnson, hosted by Charles DavisonNovember 17th at 12:00 noon
Cost included in registration fees
Registration closes at November 15th at 4:00pm
LSNT Training Room
Light Lunch will be provided
Copies of “Peace and Good Order” by Harold Johnson are currently available at the Yellowknife Public Library. Additional copies will be available at the Yellowknife Book Cellar in the coming weeks
Please include any dietary restrictions in the registration notes
Bench and Bar Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event Book Club:
“Stolen Life: The Journey of a Cree Woman” by Yvonne Johnson and Rudy Wiebe,
hosted by Justice Karan Shaner
November 24th at 12:00noon
Cost included in registration fees
Registration Closes on November 22nd at 4:00pm
LSNT Training Room
Light lunch will be provided
Copies of “Stolen Life: The Journey of a Cree Woman” by Yvonne Johnson and Rudy Wiebe are currently available at the Yellowknife Public Library. Additional copies will be available at the Yellowknife Book Cellar in the coming weeks
Please include any dietary restrictions in the registration notes
