Key Legal Considerations for Saskatchewan Indigenous Nations and their Operating Entities

This seminar is specifically designed for leaders of Indigenous Nations and their associated entities. The full-day session will provide an exploration of pertinent topics related to Indigenous governance, including law making and enforcement, privacy, access to information, child and family services and labour and employment. The topics presented at the session will offer practical guidance for managers, human resource professionals, and leaders within Indigenous organizations and communities.  

Participants will receive comprehensive presentation slides that will serve as valuable ongoing resources for individuals and their organizations.  

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights, learn from our lawyers and connect with fellow professionals. Join us in person. 

On the agenda:

Indigenous Governance and Jurisdiction Overview

• First Nation Jurisdiction: Review of the nature and scope of First Nation’s jurisdiction and authority with respect to their members and reserve lands

• Law Making and Law Enforcement: Summary of key considerations when enacting and enforcing laws on First Nation reserves

• Case studies: Constitutions, Elections laws, Membership Codes and Cannabis laws 

 Indigenous Labour and Employment Overview: 3 Important Topics

• Jurisdiction: Review of jurisdiction and operations that are governed by Saskatchewan and federal employment standards legislation  

• Employment Contracts: Discussion of requirements and best practices for employment contracts, including additional considerations for Indigenous employers  

• Progressive Discipline and Termination: Tips on creating and following a progressive discipline policy, and important considerations for termination of employment  

Indigenous Privacy and Access to Information Overview

• What privacy laws apply: Review of privacy laws that apply and how to meet them 

• Virtual privacy officer: What is it and why do you need one? 

• Access to information: Who can you request information from and what’s the process? 

• Data sovereignty: Who owns information and how can it be protected? 

Indigenous Child and Family Services Overview

• Current CFS Model: Overview of Saskatchewan CFS legislation and Bill C-92 framework 

• Drafting CFS Laws: Discussion of how Indigenous governing bodies may draft their own child well-being laws within the Bill C-92 framework and key areas for consideration 

• Funding and Coordination Agreements: Discussion on coordinating and negotiating funding of Indigenous communities’ exercise of their right of self-government over child well-being  

• Advocacy: An overview of Indigenous governing bodies’ rights to be a party or make representations in Saskatchewan CFS court proceedings 

Speakers:

• Leighanne Gardipy (moderator)
• Anna Beatch
• Shane Buchanan
• Sonia Eggerman
• Riva Farrell Racette
• Amy Gibson
• Kristél Kriel
• Laura Schaan

Event details:

• Seminar: April 9, 2025 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. CST. Breakfast starts at 8:30 a.m.  
• This event is being held in-person at the Treaty 4 Facility, Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan.

• Cost: Registration fee ($100) + GST & PST  ($11.00) = $111.00 CAD per person.
  • Register four or more attendees to receive a 10% discount. Discount will be automatically applied at checkout.

• Registration closes: April 1, 2025 
  • Cancel before April 1, for a full refund. Contact Angela Leflar (306) 347-8421 to inquire about a refund.
  • Late registrations will be accepted as space permits

• Space is limited. Only employers or their representatives are eligible to attend. We reserve the right to decline registrants. 

• Pre-approved for  4.5 CPD hours with CPHR Saskatchewan