The rapidly changing climate in the Arctic is opening up the possibility of exploiting the natural resources contained in the Arctic Ocean seabed. Arctic and non-Arctic States are angling to gain control over these resources that were previously locked below the sea ice. What cannot be forgotten … [Read more...]
Inuit Rights to the Arctic
As I continue my work on the issue of Inuit rights to the Arctic, my guiding principles are that Inuit must be equal partners in decision-making in the Arctic, resource development must promote the health of Inuit communities, and the environment must be protected. I am currently looking at what … [Read more...]
Viewpoint 38-6: A Bench Mark case indeed!
Just as we were preparing the final touches to this issue of LawNow, my editorial assistant reminded me that we did not have a Viewpoint column. Perhaps I can blame the lead-up to summer time that this omission had slipped my notice. However, we were handed a gift by the Supreme Court of Canada on … [Read more...]
Vol 37-5: May/Jun 2013
Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Featured Articles: Families in Flux Special Report: Resource Development Issues Departments Columns Printable PDF version Featured Articles: Families in Flux Change is life and life is change! Families … [Read more...]
The Yukon’s Open Entry Mining System Declared a Breach of the Duty to Consult with First Nations
Ross River Dena Council v Government of the Yukon 2012 YKCA 14 As Canada’s MPs returned to the House of Commons this January they were greeted by jingle dancers on Parliament Hill. The gathering was one of more than 30 to be held across Canada as part of a national day of action in … [Read more...]