Modern Treaties and Self-Government:
A Primer for Industry and Investors.
Modern Treaties and Self-Government agreements cover more than 40 % of Canada's land mass. And they have generated billions in economic development and investment.
Yet most corporate Indigenous-relations training doesn't cover how to work with these Nations.
Kennedy Governance Strategies presents a structured program for boards, executives, and senior teams for learning more about how to work with Modern Treaty and Self-Governing Nations.
What We Offer
We offer a range of services to meet the needs of every client. Have something else in mind? We'd be happy to work with you to create a custom quote.
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Kennedy Governance Strategies delivers a structured corporate training program on the Modern Treaty and Self-Government landscape in Canada. It is built for board members, executives, senior counsel, lending officers, and project leads who make consequential decisions in or about Modern Treaty territories.
The curriculum is modular and tailored to each client's sector and footprint:
1. The Two Systems. Indian Act, Historic Treaties, Modern Treaties, and self-government agreements — what distinguishes them, why the distinctions are legally and practically consequential, and where the boundaries actually fall.
2. The Modern Treaty Map. Where these agreements are in force, where they're in active negotiation, and the political and economic implications by region.
3. Implementation in Practice. How Modern Treaty and self-governing Nations exercise jurisdiction day-to-day, where the federal–provincial–Nation interface works, and where it tends to break down.
4. Consultation, Consent, and UNDRIP. What the federal UNDRIP Act and provincial implementation mean operationally, and how the duty to consult interacts with — and is changed by — Modern Treaty obligations.
5. The Project Lifecycle. Modern Treaty considerations from early engagement through regulatory review, impact-benefit negotiation, equity participation, and operations.
6. Applied Case Studies. Drawn from the client's sector — mining, energy and transmission, infrastructure, financial services, or defence.
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Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.
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Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.
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Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.
Our Process
Plan with Purpose
Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.
Collaborate Openly
You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.
Plan with Purpose
Every project is different. We stay flexible and responsive to make sure the process fits your flow—not the other way around.
Plan with Purpose
When we deliver, it’s not just a finished product—it’s a solution you can trust, backed by real care and effort.
Past Project
The Atlas Project
A bold reimagining of a timeless brand.
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