/faculty/law/news-events/news.html Â鶹´«Ã½ RSS News - Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:57:45 GMT 2024-09-19T16:57:45Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/23/meet_sophia_sidarous__class_of_2024.html As a Mi’kmaw woman, it was important for Sophia to be on her territory and to learn Mi'kmaq-specific Indigenous laws from Mi'kmaq professors. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Students Thu, 23 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/23/meet_sophia_sidarous__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-23T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/08/meet_onye_njoku__class_of_2024.html The support Onye received from the Indigenous Blacks & Mi’kmaq (IB&M) Initiative provided her with a sense of belonging and enhanced her experience as a law student. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Students Wed, 08 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2024/05/08/meet_onye_njoku__class_of_2024.html Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-05-08T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/11/15/full_circle.html Learn how two alumni from the Indigenous Blacks & Mi’kmaq (IB&M) Initiative are giving back to their school and communities. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/11/15/full_circle.html Nick Flynn 2023-11-15T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/01/23/keisha_turner_joins_ib_m_initiative_as_program_manager.html As Program Manager, Keisha will consult and collaborate with Mi’kmaq and African Nova Scotian communities, drive community outreach activities, support students and alumni, and manage day-to-day operations in accordance with the Initiative’s mandate. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Mon, 23 Jan 2023 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2023/01/23/keisha_turner_joins_ib_m_initiative_as_program_manager.html Stephanie Hurley 2023-01-23T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2022/10/24/schulich_law_introduces_first_mandatory_course_on_african_nova_scotian_legal_history___issues_and_critical_race_theory.html The course involves in-class lectures and guest speakers as well as a field trip to Africville and the Black Cultural Centre. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Mon, 24 Oct 2022 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2022/10/24/schulich_law_introduces_first_mandatory_course_on_african_nova_scotian_legal_history___issues_and_critical_race_theory.html Faculty of Law 2022-10-24T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2022/01/12/building_a_better_world_with_the_knowledge_of_indigenous_peoples.html Dr. Sherry Pictou helps lead $24-million project to foreground Indigenous perspectives on biodiversity and the well-being of Indigenous Peoples in Canada and around the world. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Research Wed, 12 Jan 2022 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2022/01/12/building_a_better_world_with_the_knowledge_of_indigenous_peoples.html Andrew Riley 2022-01-12T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/10/14/using_law_as_a_tool_for_reconciliation.html Professor Naiomi Metallic (’05) has made her mark as the Chancellor’s Chair in Aboriginal Law and Policy. Now, she is set to embark on her second five-year term in the role. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Wed, 20 Oct 2021 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/10/14/using_law_as_a_tool_for_reconciliation.html Joel Guerin 2021-10-20T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/05/04/meet_dakota_bernard__class_of_2021.html Learn how Schulich Law graduate Dakota Bernard used his time at law school to advocate for Indigenous students and the community. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Students Tue, 04 May 2021 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/05/04/meet_dakota_bernard__class_of_2021.html Stephanie Hurley 2021-05-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/01/29/schulich_law_receives_cba_ns_s_excellence_in_equity_and_diversity_award.html On January 21, the Schulich School of Law's IB&M Initiative received the Canadian Bar Association of Nova Scotia's Excellence in Equity and Diversity Award. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Awards Fri, 29 Jan 2021 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/01/29/schulich_law_receives_cba_ns_s_excellence_in_equity_and_diversity_award.html Maddie Lean 2021-01-29T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/01/19/schulich_law_introduces_jd_certificate_in_aboriginal_and_indigenous_law.html In the fall of 2020, the Schulich School of Law introduced a JD Certificate in Aboriginal and Indigenous Law giving students an opportunity to focus on this area and earn the Certificate upon graduation. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Students Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2021/01/19/schulich_law_introduces_jd_certificate_in_aboriginal_and_indigenous_law.html Maddie Lean 2021-01-19T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/10/08/meet_jalana_lewis__llb__13___dal_s_new_director_of_african_nova_scotian_community_engagement.html Schulich Law alum Jalana Lewis (JD ’13) is thrilled to be Dal’s first director of African Nova Scotian community engagement, a role she began in September. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/10/08/meet_jalana_lewis__llb__13___dal_s_new_director_of_african_nova_scotian_community_engagement.html Staff 2020-10-08T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/10/01/advocating_for_the_rights_of_women.html Third-year student Mukisa Kakembo's internship experience at the Elizabeth Fry Society of Nova Scotia taught her about more than the law. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Students Thu, 01 Oct 2020 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/10/01/advocating_for_the_rights_of_women.html Stephanie Hurley 2020-10-01T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/09/02/ib_m_initiative_welcomes_kelsey_jones_as_new_director.html On July 13, Schulich Law's Indigenous Blacks and Mi'kmaq Initiative welcomed Kelsey Jones as director. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Alumni & Friends Wed, 02 Sep 2020 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/09/02/ib_m_initiative_welcomes_kelsey_jones_as_new_director.html Trudi Smith 2020-09-02T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/05/12/meet_armand_paul__class_of_2020.html Armand Paul came to Schulich Law with to stay connected with his Mi'kmaq heritage and to serve his community. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Fri, 15 May 2020 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/05/12/meet_armand_paul__class_of_2020.html Stephanie Hurley 2020-05-15T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/05/01/convocation_profile__duan_ash.html Duan Ash came to Schulich Law following in his father's footsteps and found another family in the close-knit IB&M Initiative. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Fri, 01 May 2020 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/05/01/convocation_profile__duan_ash.html Stephanie Hurley 2020-05-01T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/02/06/blazing_trails__corrine_sparks__llb__79__and_john_bodurtha__llb__95__make_history.html Two trailblazing members of Nova Scotia's judiciary, Corrine Sparks (LLB '79) and John Bodurtha (LLB '95) are inspiring other African Nova Scotians to serve the public with humanity, dignity and respect. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2020/02/06/blazing_trails__corrine_sparks__llb__79__and_john_bodurtha__llb__95__make_history.html Jane Doucet 2020-02-06T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/12/18/making_a_difference_in_the_legal_profession__one_grad_at_a_time.html 2019 marks 30 years of impact for Schulich Law's Indigenous Blacks and Mi'kmaq (IB&M) Initiative. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/12/18/making_a_difference_in_the_legal_profession__one_grad_at_a_time.html Matt Reeder 2019-12-18T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/12/06/mi_kmaw_prospective_students_explore_a_future_at_schulich_law.html On October 25, Mi’kmaw university students from across the region gathered to learn from current students, alumni and faculty what it’s like to be a part of Schulich Law's Indigenous Blacks and Mi’kmaq (IB&M) Initiative. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/12/06/mi_kmaw_prospective_students_explore_a_future_at_schulich_law.html Trudi Smith 2019-12-06T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/10/30/mi_kmaq_law_student_returns_to_her_roots.html Entering Â鶹´«Ã½ as a first-year law student this fall has allowed Sabre Lee to pursue her passion for law while further deepening ties to her ancestral homeland in Mi’kma’ki — a connection that has helped pave the way for her personal success. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Students Wed, 30 Oct 2019 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/10/30/mi_kmaq_law_student_returns_to_her_roots.html Matt Reeder 2019-10-30T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/05/27/aurum_awards_2019__heather_mcneill__llb__94_.html The Aurum Awards honour Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni for their achievements and celebrate their ideas, knowledge and talent that helps to shape a better world. We're proud that Schulich Law alum Heather McNeill (LLB '94) is being honoured with a 2019 Aurum Award. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Legal Aid Alumni & Friends Awards Mon, 27 May 2019 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2019/05/27/aurum_awards_2019__heather_mcneill__llb__94_.html Staff 2019-05-27T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2018/12/11/schulich_school_of_law___s_response_to_the_trc_calls_to_action.html As Dal’s inaugural Chancellor’s Chair in Aboriginal Law and Policy, Naiomi Metallic’s plans include implementing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Call to Action 28. News Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative Tue, 11 Dec 2018 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2018/12/11/schulich_school_of_law___s_response_to_the_trc_calls_to_action.html Jane Doucet 2018-12-11T16:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2017/05/25/2017_convocation_profile__honorary_doctorate_elizabeth_cromwell.html Honorary Degree recipient Elizabeth Cromwell has worked tirelessly to have the contributions and struggles of the Black Loyalists recognized as a central piece of Nova Scotian and Canadian history. Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative News Faculty Interest Staff Interest Student Interest Thu, 25 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2017/05/25/2017_convocation_profile__honorary_doctorate_elizabeth_cromwell.html Jane Doucet 2017-05-25T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2017/04/25/kudos__6_schulich_law_grads_appointed_to_judicial_advisory_committees.html The Schulich School of Law extends its congratulations to alumni Philip J. Star, QC (’81), Kathryn M. Dumke, QC (’93), Alonzo Wright (’94), George Filipovic (’02), The Honourable Justice Patrick J. Duncan (’79), and Professor Naiomi Metallic (’05) for their appointments to Judicial Advisory Committees (JACs) in Nova Scotia and the Yukon. Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative News Faculty Interest Student Interest Alumni & Friends Tue, 25 Apr 2017 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2017/04/25/kudos__6_schulich_law_grads_appointed_to_judicial_advisory_committees.html Rachael Kelly 2017-04-25T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2017/03/22/third_year_indigenous_students_participate_in_kawaskimhon_aboriginal_moot.html This year, two of our third year Indigenous students, Paige Wilson and Richard Kulesza, along with me as their coach, participated in the annual Kawaskimhon Aboriginal Moot. The Moot involves a multi-party negotiation with normally 7 to 8 parties represented at each table (this year four tables occurred simultaneously). Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative News Faculty Interest Student Interest Alumni & Friends Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2017/03/22/third_year_indigenous_students_participate_in_kawaskimhon_aboriginal_moot.html Naiomi Metallic 2017-03-22T15:00:00Z /faculty/law/news-events/news/2016/10/05/blanket_exercises_at_the_schulich_school_of_law__increasing_awareness_of_aboriginal_history_in_canada.html After removing their shoes, students joined upper years, faculty, and members of Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Law School Society (LSS) and Aboriginal Law Students' Association (DALSA) on a circle of blankets laid out the Studley Gym floor. Participants were preparing for a Blanket Exercise, an experiential learning activity designed to increase awareness of Aboriginal history in Canada. Indigenous Blacks & Mi'kmaq Initative News Student Interest Faculty Interest Wed, 05 Oct 2016 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/law/news-events/news/2016/10/05/blanket_exercises_at_the_schulich_school_of_law__increasing_awareness_of_aboriginal_history_in_canada.html Rachael Kelly 2016-10-05T15:00:00Z