As part of Miller Thomson’s Advocacy Group, Christie advises Indigenous communities and businesses on environmental, Indigenous, administrative, regulatory, and ESG issues. She has appeared before the Federal Court, the BC Court of Appeal, the BC Supreme Court, the BC Provincial Court, the Manitoba Court of King\u2019s Bench, the Territorial Court of Yukon, and the Nunavut Court of Justice. Always involved in climate advocacy, Christie brings a compassionate, multifaceted approach to her legal practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With a deep commitment to human rights and environmental advocacy, Christie’s active involvement in and outside of the legal field reflects her dedication to shaping a more sustainable and equitable future. Christie’s extensive involvement includes serving on the ESG Advisory Committee for Mondetta Clothing, as a member of the Legal Working Group for the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative, and on the boards of Lawyers for Climate Justice and Human Rights Hub Winnipeg (an organization she co-founded).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Christie is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School and York University, where she completed the joint JD and master’s degree program in Environmental Studies, with a focus on Canadian climate accountability. Her academic background is rich and varied, reflecting a deep interest in human rights and the environment. With publications in prestigious journals and numerous speaking engagements, her commitment to legal research and advocacy extends beyond traditional areas of law, making her a dynamic and knowledgeable advocate. As a contributor to global climate change discussions, Christie has been recognized as a Top 30 Under 30 Sustainability Leader.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":18729,"template":"","role":[49],"positions":[56],"spoken-lang":[],"badges":[],"class_list":["post-1508","team","type-team","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n