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Courthouse Libraries BC launches new Clicklaw service

October 23, 2024 Clicklaw is a digital service created by the Courthouse Libraries BC that provides relevant and practical legal resources for the public. This service also benefits legal professionals, who often refer clients to the Courthouse Libraries website to help them understand legal issues and processes. The updated Clicklaw gives lawyers and members of […]

by ahnationtalk on October 24, 202467 Views

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Good corporate governance must take into account Aboriginal rights – OKT Law

October 21, 2024 The Supreme Court recently refused to hear the appeal in Thomas v Rio Tinto Alcan Inc, 2024 BCCA 62 [Saik’uz]. In Saik’uz, the British Columbia Court of Appeal found that Aboriginal fishing rights were capable of grounding a claim in nuisance against a private entity, but that Rio Tinto Alcan Inc. (“Rio […]

by ahnationtalk on October 22, 202476 Views

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First Peoples Law Report October 9 – 22, 2024 – First Peoples Law

National news included child welfare, clean drinking water and coerced sterilization First Nations leaders call for overhaul of negotiation process for child welfare reform deal | CBC News Canadian Senate supports bill to end forced sterilization of Indigenous women | APTN News Minister, national chief urge MPs to support First Nations water bill | Timmins Today […]

by ahnationtalk on October 22, 202453 Views

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First Peoples Law Report September 25 – October 8, 2024 – First Peoples Law

September 30th marked National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with events and reflections across the country, including a blog post from Tumia Knott, spaləl̕, that was republished by NB Media Co-op and The Tyee Let’s talk about Truth and Reconciliation Day | The Narwhal Truth and Reconciliation: Indigenous leaders say work lies ahead | CTV News […]

by ahnationtalk on October 8, 202461 Views

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A day of reflection and learning more: Honouring Truth and Reconciliation

September 27, 2024 The Law Society acknowledges and pays tribute to Indigenous people who were forced to attend Canada’s residential schools, the survivors and the children who never came home. September 30, designated as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, serves as a day for reflection and meaningful discissions about the intergenerational impacts and […]

by ahnationtalk on September 27, 2024133 Views

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Honouring and Supporting Indigenous Resilience – First Peoples Law LLP

September 27, 2024 I struggle with National Truth and Reconciliation Day. While I know my thoughts may change over time, my truth right now is I really don’t like this day. For me personally, partaking in some events on this day can be triggering and traumatic. While I try most always to have a positive […]

by ahnationtalk on September 27, 202488 Views

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Law Society of BC 2023 Annual Report now available

September 26, 2024 The Law Society of BC is pleased to share our 2023 Annual Report, which contains updates on our key priorities and accomplishments of the year. In this report, you’ll learn about how we’re advancing meaningful Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous cultural safety, addressing gaps in mental health support and advocating for long-standing and […]

by ahnationtalk on September 27, 202464 Views

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The Law Society of BC – 2024 Annual General Meeting results

September 25, 2024 The Law Society held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. President Jeevyn Dhaliwal, KC reported on the progress made over the past year to advance strategic priorities and provided updates on the status of the single legal regulator legislation. She also addressed the Law Society’s continuing work […]

by ahnationtalk on September 26, 202470 Views

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First Peoples Law Report September 18 – 24, 2024 – First Peoples Law

National news included clean water, a healthcare apology and policing First Nations Clean Water Act study continues as Parliament resumes | APTN News Canadian Medical Association apologizes for harms to First Nation, Inuit and Métis Peoples | CBC News Emergency debate held over First Nations deaths at the hands of police | CBC News Maritimes […]

by ahnationtalk on September 24, 202467 Views

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Notice of Bencher By-Election in the County of Vancouver (District No. 1) and Call for Nominations

September 17, 2024 The conclusion of President Jeevyn Dhaliwal, KC’s term on December 31, 2024 will create a vacancy for the position of Bencher in the County of Vancouver (District No. 1). Accordingly, pursuant to Rule 1-20(2), a by-election will be held to fill the vacancy. Online voting will take place from Thursday, November 7 […]

by ahnationtalk on September 18, 202452 Views

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