Articles exploring legal issues that shape our work. Recent news and stories
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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Kristy Pozniak Appointed Partner at Ratcliff
Kristy Pozniak will continue to advocate for Aboriginal rights and assist Indigenous communities in shaping self-deamination.
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Friendly Reminder: BC Land Owner Transparency Act filings are due November 30
Most entities holding an interest in land in BC will have to submit LOTA reports and declarations by the November 30, 2022 deadline. Declarations and transparency reports are submitted to the Land Owner Transparency Registry (“LOTR”). There are penalties for not completing the required filings.
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Ratcliff Recognized by Lexpert as 2025 Best Aboriginal Law Lawyers
Ratcliff LLP is pleased to announce that we have been listed as a Most Frequently Recommended firm in the area of Aboriginal Law. A number of our lawyers were ranked as top practitioners of Aboriginal Law in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. We are proud of this recognition, which highlights our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional legal services to Indigenous communities. Most Frequently Recommended Kate M. Blomfield Consistently Recommended Lisa C. Glowacki Repeatedly Recommended John R. Rich Melinda J.…
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Ratcliff Proud to be Named One of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2025
On October 23, 2024, The Globe and Mail released its selections for Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2025, and Ratcliff LLP is proud to be among the firms listed in the “Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Law” category.