2016 - English - Academic
Is free, prior and informed consent a form of …
Organizations across the world are starting to include Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) and human rights standards in their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) documents. The authors of this article argue characteristics of CSR are not inherently well-matched with tenants of basic human rights and FPIC is often included in CSR documents t…
2016 - English - Simple
Free Prior and Informed Consent: An Indigenous…
This manual serves as an introduction to the FPIC for organizations that approach this concept for the first time. It delivers a general vision of FPIC and how to apply it in organizations in a consistent way.
2015 - English - Practical
IBA Community Toolkit: Negotiation and impleme…
This toolkit for negotiations to develop IBAs focuses primarily on the mining industry in Canada, Latin America, and Australia. However, the knowledge gained can be applied to other industries and regions. It is meant to be a resource for Aboriginal groups negotiating with industry and government.
2013 - English - Practical
Inside the Issues 3.28 | Indigenous Rights in …
In this video, Dr. Terry Mitchell and José Aylwin share their perspectives on the rights of Indigenous peoples within the global context. With Indigenous rights becoming more well-recognized worldwide following the development of UNDRIP, it is time to develop national policies that recognize the rights of Indigenous peoples.
2015 - English - Academic
Synthesis of Literature on FPIC
This synthesis introduces, defines, and describes the origins of FPIC in international law. Next, the report provides an overview of FPIC in Canada, then describes the status of FPIC in the Canadian extractive sector. The report closes by identifying and summarizing current trends in research on FPIC.
2015 - English - Academic
Understanding Successful Approaches to Free Pr…
This report supports FPIC in Canada and promotes understanding of, and progress towards, its successful negotiation. In Canada, FPIC is unique because the rights of Aboriginal peoples are protected under the Canadian Constitution. This ensures rights confirmed through treaties are protected, however, it does not provide clear guidance on consent.