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2nd Chiefs Gathering on Water and Related Infrastructure
Join the Chiefs Steering Committee on Technical Services to discuss a Treaty-based approach to stewarding our land and waters, as we work together to build a clear path forward for First Nations.
AGENDA
DAY 1 – June 17, 2025 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
(Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided)
Chairs: Reg Crowshoe and Wilson Bearhead
Participants: Elders, First Nation technicians (PW, WTP operators, Lands)
Pipe Ceremony
Background /Context (Review of CSC Timeline and Main concerns)
CSC Strategic Treaty-Based Pathway
Treaty Think Tank on Water and Related Infrastructure (May 21-22, 2025) – Summary
– Canada’s major projects and legislation (ex. protection zones)
– Alberta separation
– Pathways and options
Feedback, Guidance and Next Steps
Treaty Technician Meeting (4:00 pm)
Treaty Think Tank (May 21-22) and recommendation overview
DAY 2 – June 18, 2025 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
(Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided)
Chair: Rob Campbell
Participants: Chief/Proxy Chiefs, Elders, First Nation technicians (PW, WTP operators, Lands)
Pipe Ceremony
Background /Context (Review of CSC Timeline and Main concerns)
Treaty Think Tank on Water and Related Infrastructure (May 21-22, 2025) – Summary
– Canada’s major projects and legislation (ex. protection zones)
– Alberta separation
– Pathways and options
Chiefs Caucus
DAY 3 – June 19, 2025 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
(Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided)
Chair: Rob Campbell
Participants: Elders, First Nation technicians (PW, WTP operators, Lands)
Pipe Ceremony
Report-back from Chiefs Caucus
Treaty Bilateral Table on Water and Related Infrastructure
– Post-federal election landscape
– Moving forward
Chiefs Roundtable and Recommendations
Reflection and Next Steps