This post was written in coordination with Michael Kennedy, a senior commercial lawyer in Halifax. It is an open letter intended as a response to the ongoing discourse concerning Aboriginal and Treaty rights in northwestern Ontario, and reacts specifically to issues covered in local Thunder Bay media and nationally. Natalie and Mr. Kennedy have travelled… Continue reading Who owns the minerals? A view on FN land & resource protection
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Federal Court has N.S. Band Reconsider its own Decision
What’s Next for Self-Governance and First Nation Band autonomy? It isn’t Completely Clear. A look at the context, facts and potential implications of the federal court decision with respect to Cheryl Maloney v. Shubenacadie Band – 2014 FC 129. Summary Cheryl Maloney, a member of the Shubenacadie Band (the “Band”), contracted with the Band for… Continue reading Federal Court has N.S. Band Reconsider its own Decision
Aboriginal Claims: An issue that affects all Canadians
On an ongoing basis many First Nation communities in Canada, including those within the Atlantic region, exercise their rights to research, establish, negotiate and ultimately claim proper compensation from the Government of Canada with respect to Specific Land Claims. What are Aboriginal Land Claims? In Canada, Aboriginal Land Claims are executed in two different forms: Specific… Continue reading Aboriginal Claims: An issue that affects all Canadians