OKT Podcast – A Year in Review: Key Developments in Indigenous Rights Law from 2025

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 

In this episode, OKT’s Krista Nerland, Jesse Abell, Victoria Wicks, and Graeme Cook unpack several significant 2025 decisions in Aboriginal law across Canada. 

They explore key developments in how the courts apply the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), including Kebaowek v. Canada from the Federal Court and Gitxaala v. British Columbia from the BC Court of Appeal. They also examine major Aboriginal title decisions, namely the Cowichan Tribes decision from the BC Supreme Court and the Wolastoqey Nations decision from the New Brunswick Court of Appeal. Finally, they provide insights into potential implications of the Nisga’a Nation and Skii km Lax Ha v. Malii cases, which were heard by the Supreme Court of Canada in December.

Tune in for a timely and thoughtful review of the cases that will continue to shape the legal landscape for Indigenous Peoples and their rights. 

Speakers

• Jesse Abell – Associate, OKT
• Graeme Cook – Associate, OKT
• Krista Nerland – Partner, OKT
• Victoria Wicks – Associate, OKT

This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any questions regarding the content in this episode, please email info@oktlaw.com.