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Ontario, federal governments ink agreement with Algonquins to back child and family services law – Law Times
26 Mar 2025 The Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation have inked a coordination agreement with child and family well-being agency Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik and the Canadian and Ontario governments supporting the implementation of Pikwakanagan’s child and family services law Nigig Nibi Ki-win. The agreement is pursuant to An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and […]
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Read MoreCochrane Sinclair Welcomes Alexys Santos to our Vancouver Office
March 25, 2025 We are proud to welcome Alexys Santos to Cochrane Sinclair as a Lawyer in our Vancouver office. Alexys joins our growing Class Actions practice, bringing a remarkable blend of legal excellence, policy expertise, and a deep-rooted commitment to Indigenous communities. A Legal mind built on excellence Alexys earned her Bachelor of Laws […]
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Read MoreFirst Peoples Law Report March 18 – 25, 2025 – First Peoples Law
National news included tariffs, Jordan’s Principle, and justice reform Indigenous Services minister says economic reconciliation essential amid Canada-U.S. trade war | CBC News Jordan’s Principle funding for First Nations children being extended through 2026: Indigenous Services | CBC News New Indigenous Justice Strategy aims to address overincarceration of Indigenous people | CBC News Read More: […]
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Read MoreKey Legal Considerations for Saskatchewan Indigenous Nations and their Operating Entities
This seminar is specifically designed for leaders of Indigenous Nations and their associated entities. The full-day session will provide an exploration of pertinent topics related to Indigenous governance, including law making and enforcement, privacy, access to information, child and family services and labour and employment. The topics presented at the session will offer practical guidance […]
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Read MoreKebaowek First Nation v Canadian Nuclear Laboratories: Opportunities and Challenges as the Federal Court helps UNDRIP take shape in Canadian law
March 24, 2025 On February 19, 2025, the Federal Court released its decision in Kebaowek First Nation v Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, 2025 FC 319. This decision is an important victory for Indigenous groups seeking to assert that the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (“UNDRIP”) should inform the duty to consult, while […]
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Read MoreBencher, transitional board changes following judicial appointment
March 20, 2025 On March 3, the provincial government announced the appointment of Law Society Bencher Brian Dybwad to the Provincial Court, effective March 21, 2025. We extend our congratulations to Judge Dybwad on his appointment and thank him for his meaningful contributions to the Law Society. Per the Law Society rules, Dybwad will no […]
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Read MoreLes 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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Read MoreLaw 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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Read MoreUNDRIP at the Federal Court: Case Comment on Kebaowek First Nation v. Canadian Nuclear Laboratories – First Peoples Law
March 20, 2025 In 2016, after years of delay, the Government of Canada finally affirmed its full and unqualified support of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Almost a decade later, much uncertainty remains as to what UNDRIP means for the rights of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Last month, for the […]
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Read MoreFirst Peoples Law Report March 12 – 18, 2025 – First Peoples Law
This week’s edition includes child welfare, Treaty rights, mining, a successful court challenge and more. IN THE NEWS National news included child welfare, Jordan’s Principle, cultural burning and Indigenous procurement Claims process now open for historic $23 billion child welfare settlement | Windspeaker Karuk Tribe right to cultural burning affirmed in agreement with California | […]
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