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.
The 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 to encourage participants to think about what we can do differently and better understand the challenges faced by people involved in the justice system. The event will take place outside courtrooms and offices and within the Yellowknives Dene community of Dettah. There will 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. Hours will count towards CPD and ethics. Join us!
You can register for these events here. The registration fee will cover the cost of all related events.
Bench and Bar Learning Event: Restorative Justice and Reconciliation; December 8th and 9th
This two day event will take place on December 8th and 9th, beginning at 9:00 am and ending at approximately 5:00pm on both days.
The cost is $150.00 per person, registration Closes at 4:00pm on November 16th.. Payment can be made at the time of booking or at a later date.
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.
Please indicate whether you will require transportation and if you have any dietary requirements in the registration notes section.
You can register for the events here.
Restorative Justice and Reconciliation: Reconciliation in Indigenous Wellness and Healing; December 10th
This additional session is scheduled for Saturday, December 10, for those who are available. The cost to attend is included in the registration fees. This session will take place at the Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation Healing Camp, and will run from 9:00am until 12:00pm. You must register separately for this event by November 16, 2022.
Restorative Justice and Reconciliation: Social Event; December 9th
Join us at the Fishy People Butchery for this social event on December 9th, from 7:00pm – 10:00pm.
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.
Restorative Justice and Reconciliation Learning Event Book Club:
“Peace and Good Order” by Harold Johnson, hosted by Charles Davison
November 17th at 12:00 noon.
Cost included in registration fees.
Registration closes on 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
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 12:00 noon.
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.
