PM – How did we get here?” Do you have questions about the Indian Act, Rights and Title, Equity? with Rob Everson

Rob Everson brings his experience as a hereditary leader and elected Indigenous leader to the Indigenous Brilliance gathering. As the Hereditary Chief of the Gigal’ga̱m ‘Walas Kwagu’ł, Rob advocates for and actively works for Indigenous cultural rights, governance, and revitalization through the Kwakwaka̱’wakw potlatching system as well as through the https://kumugwe.ca/ where he has been Treasurer for the past 17 years. He also served for 4 years as the Elected Chief for the K’omoks First Nation where he negotiated regularly with representatives of the municipal, provincial, and federal government.  

Rob has spent his working life in the construction industry and the governance/leadership business. Named ‘Nagedzi’ for his grandfather, Rob has Kwagu’ł, K’omoks, and Pentlatch ancestry. As a family man with three grown children and three grandchildren, Rob has dedicated himself to the service of his family, culture, and community, which is reflected in his personal and professional choices.  

Along with the Kumugwe Cultural Society, Rob has served on a number of boards including the Pacific Regional License Appeal Board (4 years), North Island College Board of Governors (6 years), Atlegay Fisheries Board (4 years), and the Nunwakolas board (4 years).  

Session Title: “How did we get here?” Do you have questions about the Indian Act, Rights and Title, Equity?  

Workshop Description:

This interactive session will provide participants the opportunity to ask questions and learn how the Indian Act, Indigenous rights and title, Section 35 of the Constitution Act of 1982, the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPPA), and Bill 40 impact the Indigenous students and families whom we serve. Local Hereditary Chief and Respected Leader, Rob Everson will create a safe space for all questions to be asked, as he shares his vast knowledge on these subjects and more.