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Historic Agreement Recognizes Haida Title to Haida Gwaii
Friday, April 19, 2024
On April 14, 2024, the Haida Nation and the Province of British Columbia signed the Gaayhllxid/Gíihlagalgang “Rising Tide” Haida Title Lands Agreement. This Agreement recognizes…
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Courts Weigh In On Caribou
It is now well established that the Crown has an obligation to act honourably in all of its dealings with Aboriginal peoples. Recent decisions have considered this obligation in contexts…
Read More...Aboriginal Law - Junior Associate Position
Olthuis, Kleer, Townshend LLP (OKT) is a small firm recognized as a leader in representing First Nations, especially in connection with Treaty and Aboriginal rights. OKT’s work includes advancing important…
Read More...Articling Opportunity 2012-2013
We are currently accepting applications for the 2012-13 articling year. If you have a demonstrated interest in the areas of law we practice, we encourage you to submit your application.…
Read More...B.C. Court of Appeal takes a step forward in West Moberly
The British Columbia Court of Appeal took a step forward last week in recognizing the duty to consult and accommodate, by affirming a decision that B.C. failed to consult with…
Read More...New Faces at OKT LLP
OKT LLP is delighted to have two new faces in our offices for the summer.
Kaitlin Ritchie joins us as a summer student. She’s a member of Chapleau Cree First…
Read More...Constance Lake First Nation v. Zenyatta Ventures Ltd – A Step Forward
On Friday morning, Constance Lake First Nation's motion seeking an interim injunction against Zenyatta Ventures Ltd. was heard by the Honourable Justice Lederman of the Ontario Superior Court.
On the…
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