The Marshall Decision @ 25: Honouring the Future of Peace and Friendship Treaties
Please join the Deveau Centre for Indigenous Governance and Social Justice and the Brian Mulroney Institute of Government in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in R. v. Marshall [1999].
The 25th anniversary commemoration begins with an opening ceremony on September 16 and continues with Learning Lodges during which Indigenous leaders, lawyers, fishers, scientists, and allies will share their recollections on and reflections of the Marshall case during the day on September 17. Elder Kerry Prosper and special guests will discuss their visions of engaging with Indigenous Knowledges to honour the future implementation and sustainability of the Peace and Friendship Treaties. An evening keynote panel of experts will share their thoughts and perspectives to round out the day's commemorative events.
Monday, September 16: Opening Reception / Iapjiw Mikmwite'lmulten - We will always remember
StFX Art Gallery (Mulroney Hall 2002), 7:00–9:00 pm
Tuesday, September 17: Opening Ceremony / Learning Lodges
McKenna Centre for Leadership (Schwartz School of Business 414), 10:00 am–4:30 pm
Distinguished Keynote Panel with The Hon. Dan Christmas; Chief Terrance Paul, OC; and Bruce H. Wildsmith, KC
Schwartz School of Business 110 (Auditorium), 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Join us in person or on Zoom for the Learning Lodges and Distinguished Keynote Panel.
Wednesday, September 18: Mulroney Institute Lunch & Learn: A Conversation With Dr. Ken Coates
Mulroney Hall 4023, 11:30 am–1:00 pm
Dr. Ken Coates is chair of the School of Indigenous Governance Applied Science and Management at Yukon University. He will speak to the Marshall Decision, its governance and policy impacts, and on his thoughts for the future of the importance of treaty relations.
Everyone is welcome.
Contact @email and visit The Marshall Decision @ 25 for more information.
