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Preliminary Assessments: Myth and Reality

  • July 05, 2012
  • Peter Landmann

The issue in determining the requirement and depth of consultation is whether or not the Crown acted honourably in its relationship with the Aboriginal community, not whether or not a preliminary assessment was adequately undertaken

Message from the Editors 2011/2012

  • July 05, 2012
  • Nastaran Roushan

I hope that you enjoy reading the second edition of the OBA Aboriginal Law Section Newsletter for the 2011/2012 year. 

The Debate Over Indian Act Reform

  • December 15, 2011
  • John Rowinski

Indian Act reform is not a new concept, neither are debates over how such reforms would be best implemented.  Reform is necessary and should be implemented by empowering Aboriginal peoples with autonomy through a bottom-up approach.

Incarcerating Aboriginal Youth: Some Issues

  • December 15, 2011
  • John Edmond

Aboriginal persons and specifically, Aboriginal youth, are overrepresented in Canadian prisons and penitentiaries.  John Edmond explores the impacts of legislation and judicial practice on Aboriginal offenders and the wider community.