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From landmark court decisions to emerging legal and policy developments, on this page we share insights into the issues shaping Indigenous law, public law, as well as business and personal law in Canada. Our lawyers offer clear, thoughtful updates to help you make sense of what’s changing, and understand why it matters for your work, your community or your organization.
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Five BC First Nations settle 20-year Treaty Land Entitlement claims with BC and Canada
Five First Nations in the Peace River region of northeastern British Columbia announced they have reached a significant agreement with the federal and provincial governments on their Treaty Land Entitlement claims.
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Ratcliff Partners Co-Chair PBLI Specific Claims 2023 Conference
On February 8 and 9, 2023, Indigenous leaders and administrators, government officials and policy advisors, legal professionals, researchers, and consultants will gather in Vancouver for the Pacific Business & Law Institute Specific Claims 2023 conference.
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Tsawwassen First Nation reaches settlement agreement in English Bluffs Specific Claim
As part of the settlement, the Tsawwassen First Nation will receive $7.7 million as recognition that Canada failed in its obligation to protect the Nation from an exploitative sale of land.
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Blueberry River First Nations wins important historical claim in Specific Claims Tribunal
The Blueberry River First Nations, represented by Ratcliff have won an important historical claim at the Specific Claims Tribunal of Canada.