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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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Specific Claims Tribunal decision stands for Huu-ay-aht First Nation as Canada discontinues review
Canada withdrew its application for a judicial review of a Specific Claims Tribunal decision in Attorney General of Canada v Huu-ay-aht First Nation. The Specific Claims Tribunal decision awarding the Nation $13.8 million in compensation for breaches of duty will stand.
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Collision between Indigenous hunting and oil development rights set for legal showdown in B.C. court
Ratcliff represents the Blueberry River First Nation who are fighting to stop the incremental erosion of its land and treaty rights.
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Coldwater Indian Band and Squamish Nation challenge Trans Mountain pipeline
Three First Nations have announced they’re taking legal action challenging the federal government’s approval of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project.
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Specific Claims Tribunal awards $13.8 million to Huu-ay-aht First Nations
The Specific Claims Tribunal released a decision–its first addressing the issue of compensation–awarding more than $13.8 million to Huu-ay-aht First Nations for breaches of fiduciary duty committed by Canada between 1948 and 1969.