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First Nations Class Members' Right to Clean Drinking Water is Re-Affirmed by Federal Court
Tuesday, January, 13, 2026
In a decision delivered on December 5, 2025, the Federal Court (the “Court”) in Shamattawa First Nation v Canada (Attorney General),1
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Matrimonial Real Property on Reserves: Bill S-2 Passed
The Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act is a new law that has recently been passed by the federal government. At some future date it will…
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BC Court of Appeal affirms Aboriginal commercial fishing rights
On July 2, the British Columbia Court of Appeal released a decision recognizing the Aboriginal rights of First Nations on the west coast of Vancouver Island to a commercial fishery.
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Education a Hot Topic
A number of developments are underfoot in the field of First Nations education this year. As spring turns into summer, the important topic of education is heating up too. Here’s…
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Looking at “Justified Infringement” and pipelines
OKT is proud to announce the publication of Justified Infringement – A Minimal Impairment Approach, by OKT associate Senwung Luk, in the forthcoming…
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Articling Opportunity 2014 - 15
We are currently accepting applications for the 2014-15 articling year. If you have a demonstrated interest in the areas of law we practice, we encourage you to submit your application.…
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A Victory for First Nations Children: Jordan’s Principle Recognized
We welcome the Federal Court’s decision on the important issue of the application of Jordan’s Principle.
Jordan’s Principle is the policy statement adopted by the Federal government that First…
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