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Bill Five: Risky Business in Ontario
Thursday, May 8, 2025 | Part 1
On April 17, 2025, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 20251,…
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Why have a membership code?
The Indian Act sets out rules and requirements for both “Indian status” and for membership in First Nation “bands”, as those terms are defined in the Indian Act. However, the…
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OKT Lawyers "most frequently recommended" for Aboriginal law
OKT is proud to announce that the firm and many of OKT's lawyers have been recognized in Lexpert's 2019 Directory as being the top practitioners of Indigenous law in…
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Saugeen Ojibway Nation Trial Begins
OKT is proud to represent the Saugeen Ojibway Nation in their historic claims. Below is the press release announcing the start of this historic trial.
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Big Changes Coming to Ontario Crown Liability
The Government of Ontario is proposing to radically change the scope of Crown liability in the Province. This change may have a serious impact on the ability of First Nations…
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Opportunity to Participate in Endangered Species Act Review
What is happening?
The Government of Ontario has announced its 10th Year Review of the Endangered Species Act. The Endangered Species Act contains prohibitions against the harm, harassment, or killing…
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Making Your Money Work For You: A primer on changes to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act
On December 13, 2018, Bill C-86 received Royal Assent, making amendments to two federal pieces of legislation affecting First Nations: the First Nations Fiscal Management Act,…
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