OKT Podcast – Gitxaala v. British Columbia

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

In this episode, OKT lawyers Larry Innes, Krista Nerland, and Jesse Abell, provide insights on the British Columbia Court of Appeal’s decision in Gitxaala v British Columbia (Chief Gold Commissioner), 2025 BCCA 430, and what to watch now that the appeal is going to be heard by the Supreme Court of Canada.

This decision was a big victory for Indigenous peoples on the status of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (“UNDRIP”). They provide insights on what UNDRIP is, what the court said about UNDRIP, what the decision means for the status of UNDRIP in British Columbia and outside of British Columbia, and what to watch going forward at the Supreme Court of Canada. 

Speakers

• Larry Innes – Partner, OKT
• Krista Nerland – Partner, OKT
• Jesse Abell – 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.