Domestic Law Resources

On December 14, 2021, the Conservation through Reconciliation Partnership, the Nature Conservancy of Canada and OKT Law co-hosted a dialogue to explore the legacy of private land conservation in Canada and how we can collectively create pathways to recognize and respect Indigenous laws, governance and self-determination.

This report provides guidance for private land conservation organizations seeking to adapt their practices and build respectful and appropriate relationships with Indigenous Nations. It is also an important tool for conservation organizations seeking to understand the legal and policy landscape that frames key relationships with Indigenous communities in Canada and abroad.

The report makes recommendations for how mutual recognition of Indigenous and Crown jurisdictions throughout the establishment, management and operation of IPCAs can advance effective conservation and provide a pathway for reconciliation. The report finds that IPCAs offer clear and compelling benefits for both Indigenous and Crown governments that go well beyond conservation. As the case studies demonstrate, the integration of Indigenous law and shared decision-making within IPCAs substantially reduces conflicts and fosters relationships that advance mutual learning and more effective decision-making in the face of present and future challenges.

This webinar provides a detailed understanding of the legal, governance, and financial innovations that make Thaidene Nëné an outstanding example of Indigenous-led conservation in partnership with territorial and federal governments on Turtle Island (Canada).

This webinar unpacks the legal and colonial underpinnings of Canada and explores the reconciliation efforts and legal innovations that exist today.

This webinar examines foundational concepts in Indigenous and Natural law and their application in the Mi'kmaq Moose Management Initiative in Mi’kmaki/Nova Scotia.