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Recent Developments in Aboriginal Law – Lexpert
Mar 01, 2023 Aboriginal law cases proceeding and pending before the Courts Developments in Aboriginal law in 2022 were mostly forward looking. That is, there are cases proceeding and pending before Courts. These have the potential for significant changes and are to be watched closely as they are decided. Indigenous Laws and Governance One of […]
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Quantitative Analysis In Negotiating Indigenous Benefit Agreements – Cassels
Indigenous participation and benefit agreements which address mine development have become commonplace across Canada. Often referred to as “Impact Benefit Agreements” or “IBAs,” these agreements are increasingly expected by regulators, and in some cases even mandated by law. But while many mining proponents recognize their importance, reaching what both parties believe to be a “fair […]
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Government of Canada appoints President and Commissioners to the Law Commission of Canada
From: Public Safety Canada February 22, 2023 The federal government is committed to a justice system that reflects contemporary Canada and serves all of its citizens. This includes ensuring that Canadian laws are fair, equitable and work to create a better country for all. The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today announced the […]
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The Canadian Registry of Wrongful Convictions brings attention to the failures of Canada’s criminal justice system
February 21, 2023 For more than two decades, Kent Roach, a professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, has been teaching a course on wrongful convictions. “Students are asked, what are the facts of the case? It’s important that we problematize this idea that the facts are the facts,” says Roach, who’s forthcoming […]
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The Law Society of Alberta Members Vote in Support of Indigenous Cultural Competency Education
OTTAWA, ONT – In a statement released on February 2, 2023, the Indigenous Bar Association in Canada (the “IBA”) called on all IBA members and all allies who are members of the Law Society of Alberta (the “LSA”) to attend a Special Meeting called to consider a Petition to repeal Rule 67.4 of the Rules […]
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The IBA Calls on Winnipeg Police Service to Implement and Honour the MMIWG Calls for Justice
OTTAWA, ONT – The Indigenous Bar Association in Canada (the “IBA”) is deeply saddened by the recent news of four Indigenous women who have lost their lives at the hands of an alleged serial killer in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The IBA sends heartfelt condolences to the families and communities of the late Marcedes Myran, Morgan Beatrice […]
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The Indigenous Bar Association in Canada is thrilled to Congratulate the First Indigenous Person Nominated to The Supreme Court of Canada
OTTAWA, ON – The members of the Indigenous Bar Association in Canada (the “IBA”) are pleased to give our inspired congratulations to the Honourable Madam Michelle O’Bonsawin on becoming the first Indigenous person nominated to the Supreme Court of Canada (the “SCC”). Justice O’Bonsawin is active in the Indigenous and legal communities and is a […]
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Murray Sinclair steps down from Robinson-Huron Treaty mediation for health reasons – CBC
Jan 23, 2023 Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund says negotiations will continue Former senator Murray Sinclair has stepped down as mediator for negotiations in the Robinson-Huron Treaty annuities case due to health reasons. Sinclair is also the former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. In an update on Facebook, the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation […]
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Announcement – Chantell Barker Named New Executive Director of ALS
1/18/2023 On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am delighted to announce the appointment of Chantell Barker to the position of Executive Director of Aboriginal Legal Services, beginning February 6th, 2023. Chantell is Cree and comes from the Sapotawayak Cree Nation. Chantell’s spirit name is Geetchi Nodin Ikwe (Strong Wind Woman) and she is […]
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Legal Aid Ontario and Aboriginal Legal Services sign new service agreement
January 11, 2022 – Aboriginal Legal Services (ALS) and Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) are pleased to announce that they entered into a new service agreement, under the Legal Aid Services Act, 2020, on Dec. 8. The new service agreement renews LAO and ALS’ commitment to delivering legal aid services that are trauma-informed, culturally safe and culturally relevant […]
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