Commentary

Part 1 of a three-part series on Canada’s Indian Act status regime. This post covers how the Indian status rules work. Parts 2 and 3 will cover some of Read More

In a ground-breaking decision, the British Columbia Court of Appeal has said that Aboriginal groups may sue private parties for impacts to asserted Aboriginal rights and title without first Read More

The prosecution and acquittal of the man accused of Cindy Gladue’s murder has highlighted serious concerns about our criminal justice system and its treatment of indigenous people, women and Read More

Over the last several years, First Nations and Industry have been negotiating what are commonly referred to as Impact-Benefit Agreements or “IBAs.” These agreements can deal with any number Read More

Summary A new set of federal rules now apply to many First Nations. These rules relate to how matrimonial real property, such as a family home, is dealt with Read More

In 2014 there were over twenty court decisions across Canada related to the duty of federal, provincial and territorial governments to consult with and accommodate First Nations. The Supreme Read More

Introduction The Supreme Court of Canada issued its judgment in Carter v Canada on Friday February 6, concluding that the Criminal Code provisions prohibiting doctor-assisted suicide are unconstitutional. The Read More