Posted ~ July 30, 2021
On July 16, 2021 the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC” or “the Court”) released its decision in Southwind v Canada. The Southwind decision provides important guidance on how to assess equitable compensation for Canada’s historic breaches of fiduciary obligations to Indigenous peoples, especially with respect to a surrender or taking of reserve lands. In an […]
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On June 29, 2021, the British Columbia Supreme Court released its decision in Yahey v. British Columbia. This case is significant because it represents the first time that a court in Canada has found treaty infringement based on the cumulative effects of development within a First Nation’s territory. Overview of the Court’s Decision Blueberry […]
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Posted ~ June 24, 2021
It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of one of our founding partners and a trailblazer for the rights of Indigenous Peoples, Leslie Pinder. We will remember Leslie as a visionary, partner, friend and mentor. UBCIC Statement Globe & Mail Article LHP Obituary
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Posted ~ June 1, 2021
The lawyers and staff at Mandell Pinder LLP are profoundly saddened by the discovery of the remains of 215 children at the former Kamloops residential school. Our hearts go out to all of the families and communities whose loved ones attended the school, and all Indigenous peoples across the country. We fully support the calls […]
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