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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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LSO Equity Summit research proponents selected
January 20, 2025 The Law Society of Ontario (LSO) allocated $250,000 to fund research grants aimed at addressing challenges and solutions to advance equity and reconciliation within the legal professions, thereby enhancing access to justice and improving client service. A Request for Proposals was issued in September 2024 for research projects, the preliminary findings of […]
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Child & Family Well-Being Law Presentation
January 17, 2025 Join us for a virtual presentation on the new Child & Family Well-Being Law Moso Sipiwililiwak Walasowewin! This presentation by Dr. Emily J. Faries will explain all parts of our Law. Monday, January 20th, 2025 6:30 PM via Zoom Contact Kristin Weistche-Alisappi at kristin.weistche-alisappi@moosecree.com for the Zoom link. NT5
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Developments in Indigenous Case Law – The Fasken Annual Seminar Series
The purpose of this session will be to highlight some developments that are critical to the mining industry, while also highlighting Fasken’s involvement at the cutting edge of these issues: a. Cross Border claims of Indigenous rights: Bridget Gilbride will highlight the on the ground effects of the Desautel decision from the SCC, including the status […]
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Ontario Launches New Tool to Better Monitor High-Risk Offenders on Bail
January 15, 2025 Bail Compliance Dashboard helping police share data on individuals on bail for firearms offences TORONTO — The Ontario government is cracking down on repeat and violent offenders by launching the Provincial Bail Compliance Dashboard. This new tool will allow police services to monitor, consolidate and share critical information related to individuals on […]
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