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Proposed change to forest compensation framework simplifies rules and saves taxpayer money The BC government is considering a proposal to limit payments of taxpayer funds to forest companies when land is set aside to fulfill treaty obligations to First Nations. As Staff Lawyer Matthew Nefstead expla … Read more »

What could a youth climate lawsuit mean for Canada’s future? Starting October 26th, a precedent-setting lawsuit will be heard by the Federal Court, seven years after it was launched by fifteen Canadian youth, determined to get their government to treat climate change seriously. Depending on how the … Read more »

Uplifting Indigenous Law: Three RELAWyers on the Past, Present and Future of IPCAs We spoke with three RELAWyers (RELAW lawyers) who work closely on Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs). Each brings a different perspective, but all share a commitment to supporting Indigenous Nations in e … Read more »

Scrap Bill C-39: Protect Canada’s Environmental Laws Canada’s federal government has introduced a troubling new bill aimed at fast-tracking major projects. Bill C-39 would give Cabinet sweeping powers to exempt major projects from environmental laws, lower environmental standards and create “Wild We … Read more »

Bill C-39, the Reckless Approvals Act On September 21, the federal government tabled Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act – a sweeping omnibus bill that makes significant changes to environmental, transportation and labour laws. See what C-39 will change about environmental reviews and approval … Read more »