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Updates on legal developments in Aboriginal law.
Bill S-2: Addressing Enfranchisement Inequities and other Updates to the Indian Act
On May 29, 2025, the Senate introduced Bill S-2: An Act to Amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements). This Bill will address outstanding inequities around status registration and enfranchisement for individuals and their descendants, natal band membership for women, voluntary relinquishment of status, and update outdated language related to dependant people. If passed, as many as 3500 individuals could be eligible for status who were previously ineligible.
Coasthaven Law
Jun 267 min read
Still waiting: Canada must fulfill legal duty to reintroduce critical First Nations' drinking water legislation
By Laura Edwards . The federal government began its new sitting of Parliament on May 26, 2025, following the January prorogation and...
Coasthaven Law
Jun 163 min read
Legal Developments in Aboriginal Law
Coasthaven Law is developing a series of blog posts to keep you updated on legal developments in Aboriginal law. Check back soon!
Coasthaven Law
Jun 131 min read
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