Recorded: 2025-05-21
Qualifies for 1.0 CPD Hour, all of which qualifies for Ethics.

In this insightful webinar with presenters Céleste McKay and Craig Benjamin, we will explore the profound impact of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. This presentation will be divided into two parts:

Part 1: Historical Overview and Significance
* Discover the history of the Declaration and its importance.
* Learn about the Indigenous advocacy efforts that led to its adoption.
* Understand the key elements of the Declaration and its relationship to
other international human rights standards.

Part 2: Application in Canada
* Examine how the Declaration has been incorporated into Canadian
legislation.
* Explore its application by the courts.
* See how it is fostering new partnerships between Indigenous Peoples
and other sectors of society.

Céleste McKay will share her unique insights from her experience advocating for Indigenous Peoples at the UN during the Declaration’s final development phases and subsequently on co-development of implementation strategies.

Presenters: Céleste McKay and Craig Benjamin
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