Event Type Bearpaw Legal Education
february
10feb1:00 pm3:00 pmParenting - Legal Rights & ResponsibilitiesOnline Event
Event Details
BM&E resources provide user-friendly guides for new parents about legal parental rights and responsibilities and outline the difference between the criminal code understanding of discipline (Section 43 –
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BM&E resources provide user-friendly guides for new parents about legal parental rights and responsibilities and outline the difference between the criminal code understanding of discipline (Section 43 – Spanking law) and traditional Indigenous views of discipline. Our video addresses how traditionally gentle Indigenous child-rearing methods were disrupted by residential schools’ use of corporal punishment.
Target audience: Indigenous parents, service providers and educators working with Indigenous communities.
Register for free at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/parenting-legal-rights-responsibilities-public-w-portage-college-tickets-133275092389
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
11feb1:00 pmReporting Sexual AssaultOnline Event
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This workshop will go through the reporting process for victims of sexual assault, available resources, and list challenges and tips to remember for frontline workers who assist clients
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This workshop will go through the reporting process for victims of sexual assault, available resources, and list challenges and tips to remember for frontline workers who assist clients in Aboriginal communities. For front line support staff and adult audiences. Accompanied by a video and booklet.
Please RSVP Shelley.Jackson@portagecollege.ca if you would like to attend.
Time
(Thursday) 1:00 pm
17feb1:00 pm4:00 pmABC's of the Child, Youth & Family Enhancement ActOnline Event
Event Details
A parent or guardian has rights and responsibilities during any involvement of the child welfare system. BM&E resources aim to help Indigenous parents or guardians understand their rights
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A parent or guardian has rights and responsibilities during any involvement of the child welfare system. BM&E resources aim to help Indigenous parents or guardians understand their rights and responsibilities so they have the knowledge they need to advocate for themselves and their children through the process. BM&E videos address the traditional role of kinship and grandparents in child rearing (Right to Love), family reunification (A New Hope), cultural connection plans (Raising the Spirit) and more.
Target audience: Indigenous parents and/or guardians, service providers and educators working with Indigenous communities.
Register for free at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/abcs-of-the-child-youth-family-enhancement-act-public-w-portage-collg-tickets-133275317061
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
24feb1:00 pm3:00 pmHow to Find Your Biological Family in AlbertaOnline Event
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This workshop will explain what legislation was created to assist adopted people to find their biological families and which will cause roadblocks. We will also explore resources available
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This workshop will explain what legislation was created to assist adopted people to find their biological families and which will cause roadblocks. We will also explore resources available to assist you in your search. For adult audiences. Feature BearPaw’s “Making It Home” Video and “How To You’re your Biological Family In Alberta” Publication.
Register for free at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-find-your-biological-family-in-ab-public-w-portage-college-tickets-133275942933
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
march
08mar2:00 pm4:00 pmUnderstanding Indigenous IdentityOnline Event
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Mon, March 8, 2021 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM What does it mean to be Indigenous today?How and why were the
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Mon, March 8, 2021
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
What does it mean to be Indigenous today?
How and why were the Treaties formed and are they still valid today? What legislations direct Indigenous rights? Can you challenge Inherent Rights and, if so, how? This workshop will highlight major historical events since European contact that have had major impacts on Canada’s Indigenous Peoples.
Youth and adult audiences. Accompanied by a video and brochure.
Register for free at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-indigenous-identity-tickets-142120633641
Time
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
10mar1:00 pm3:00 pm(Re)claiming Indian StatusOnline Event
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Since the passing of Bill S-3 and its amendments, thousands of Indigenous people are now eligible for Indian Status. These resources provide a thorough explanation of Indian Status
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Since the passing of Bill S-3 and its amendments, thousands of Indigenous people are now eligible for Indian Status. These resources provide a thorough explanation of Indian Status answering common questions about eligibility, the application process and how to find government records that can assist you with your application. It also provides a historical overview of the Indian Act and sex-based discrimination including government Bills that changed the Indian Act and affected Indian Status registration.
Target audience: Indigenous adults (18+ years), service providers and educators working with Indigenous communities.
Register for free on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/reclaiming-indian-status-public-w-portage-college-tickets-133276528685
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
24mar1:00 pm3:00 pmGetting Government IdentificationOnline Event
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How Indigenous names were shaped from an historical perspective, Truth & Reconciliation Call To Action #17 and how to get government ID. About this Event
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How Indigenous names were shaped from an historical perspective, Truth & Reconciliation Call To Action #17 and how to get government ID.
About this Event
Obtaining Government I.D. – Step-by-step guidance on how to reclaim identities and acquiring government issue identification, in contexts of historical legislation and on-going concerns with sovereignty, Treaty Rights and Status. In addition to learning the specifics to applying for various government I.D.’s, we will also be discussing the processes around the Healing and Reconciliation Call To Action pertaining to reclaiming traditional names and changing your sex marker.
Register for free at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/getting-government-identification-public-w-portage-college-tickets-133276923867
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm