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Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak Amends Bylaws, Opens Up Memberships to Metis Women
OTTAWA, ON, March 20th, 2025 – Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LFMO) is excited to announce the release of our amended bylaws, opening membership to Métis women and gender-diverse people across the Motherland. As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, our amended bylaws and financial statements are now available on our website for review. […]
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Law Society announces 2025 award recipients
March 20, 2025 TORONTO, ON — Members of Ontario’s legal professions will be recognized for their outstanding career achievements and contributions to their communities at the annual Law Society Awards ceremony which will be held on May 28, 2025. The recipients of the Human Rights Award will also be recognized for their outstanding contributions to […]
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Indigenous Bar Association Celebrates the Judicial Appointments of the Honourable Judges Brian Dybwad and Chris Monnin
March 12, 2025 The Indigenous Bar Association (IBA) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Honourable Judges Brian Dybwad and Chris Monnin on their appointments to the judiciary. These appointments mark significant step in advancing Indigenous representation within Canada’s legal system. Judge Dybwad, a proud member of the Tsetault-Gitxsan, carries the hereditary Chief name Skawill, which […]
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OKT is Proud to be Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory as a National Leader in Aboriginal Law
March 11, 2025 Each year, Lexpert compiles its list of recommended lawyers through comprehensive peer surveys. Based on this rigorous process, OKT has earned the distinction of being a “Most Frequently Recommended” law firm for Indigenous law services in Toronto and Yellowknife. We are especially proud that 23 of our lawyers have received individual recognition […]
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Federal Court expands Duty to Consult to include consideration of UNDRIP – MLT Aikins
March 7, 2025 On February 19, 2025, the Federal Court released its decision in Kebaowek First Nation v Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (Kebaowek). Their decision provides a clear example of how the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) is being integrated into Canadian law and decision-making processes. Although the federal government passed […]
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Ontario Chiefs Ratify $8.5 Billion Agreement to Reform First Nations Child and Family Services in Ontario
February 27, 2025 On Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, Ontario Chiefs-in-Assembly ratified the Final Agreement on Long-Term Reform of the First Nations Child and Family Services (“FNCFS”) Program in Ontario (the “Ontario Final Agreement”) between Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, and Canada. The Ontario Final Agreement commits $8.5 billion over 9 years to implement extensive […]
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Election Law & Code of Conduct Consultation Sessions
Moose Factory Session for all Members Wednesday, February 26, 2025 5 pm – 8 pm @ the TCJMC Community Hall Evening session for ALL Moose Cree members. Snacks and drinks provided. Join via ZOOM Out-of-town band members that would like to join by zoom invite may email: central.registry@moosecree.com MCFN Elders Session – Moose Factory Thursday, […]
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The Indigenous Bar Association Congratulates Naomi Metallic on her Appointment as King’s Counsel
February 6, 2025 The Indigenous Bar Association in Canada (IBA) is proud to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Naiomi Metallic on her well-deserved appointment as King’s Counsel (KC), announced yesterday. This prestigious designation recognizes Ms. Metallic’s exceptional contributions to the legal profession and her tireless advocacy for Indigenous rights and justice. A proud member of […]
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Litigation developments: Aboriginal title and fee simple title – Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
January 27, 2025 On Nov. 12, 2024, the Court of King’s Bench of New Brunswick issued a decision in Wolastoqey Nations v New Brunswick and Canada, et al, 2024 NBKB 203 that adds to a growing body of law in Canada beginning to define the relationship between Aboriginal title and fee simple title. In this […]
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Crown’s duty to negotiate with Indigenous Peoples: Making reconciliation make sense and move forward – Lexpert
Jan 27, 2025 Judicial clarity on duty to negotiate is key to reconciliation and Canada’s constitutional integrity As courts continue to embrace and nudge the national project of reconciliation along, the Crown’s duty to negotiate with Indigenous Peoples is becoming increasingly important on the ground. From a legal and constitutional perspective, reconciliation is about determining, […]
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