Ratcliff LLP

06/21/2024

Today we recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day. Join us in honouring the vibrant cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. We are proud to continue to support and uplift Indigenous communities and work towards reconciliation and justice.

06/06/2024

This week, we honour the strength and courage of those in and from care in BC. We're proud to stand with leaders, advocates, and caregivers to raise awareness about the barriers faced by youth in care as we strive for legal frameworks that keep young people connected to their cultures and communities.

06/06/2024

Through the Land Title and Property Law Amendment Act, 2024, all First Nations in BC can now purchase and own lands directly. First Nations should be aware, however, that the Land Title Office will take deeds of sale or other documents at face value.

The Government of British Columbia’s recent amendments to the Land Title Act and the Property Law Act, through the Land Title and Property Law Amendment Act, 2024, provide ways for all First Nations in BC to purchase and register land in BC.

06/05/2024

“We are doing this for our children, our grandchildren and for the generations of young people being born every day into a community with contaminated rivers and fish,” said Chief Rudy Turtle of Grassy Narrows. Ratcliff LLLP and Cavalluzzo LLP represent Grassy Narrows in the litigation.

Representatives of Grassy Narrows First Nation marched to Ontario's legislature on Tuesday to deliver their statement of claim for a lawsuit against the federal and provincial governments.

05/28/2024

On May 29 and 30, Ratcliff's Nathan Hume and Mario Garcia will be in Penticton for the BC First Nations Forestry Conference. We are proud to support Nations their businesses in their journey toward meaningful stewardship of and equitable benefits from forest lands and resources.

05/17/2024

Ratcliff Real Estate Lawyer, Peter Coady, outlines hidden risks of soil contamination from underground storage tanks when buying or selling property. Learn about your rights and responsibilities and how to protect your real estate investment.

Consider hidden risks of soil contamination from underground storage tanks when buying or selling property. Protect your investment with trusted legal guidance.

05/16/2024

Today, we reaffirm our dedication to collaborating with communities to take action to end gender-based and domestic violence.

05/05/2024

Indigenous women are 4x more likely than non-Indigenous women to be victims of violence. Today, we advocate for meaningful action to end violence against women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.

05/03/2024

On May 7, Ratcliff lawyers, Darren Haines and Craig Empson, will be sharing perspectives on the dynamic landscape of real estate transactions, development, and land use models led by First Nations and their partners. Join them at the Continuing Legal Education Society of BC's one-day session, Indigenous Real Estate 2024.

04/22/2024

As we celebrate Earth Day, we reaffirm our dedication to advocating for environmental protections, stewardship, and sustainability. We are privileged to collaborate with clients for whom the land, water, and air are fundamental to their identity and way of life. Let's continue our journey toward a sustainable future, preserving our planet for generations to come.

04/19/2024

On April 22, Ratcliff Partner, Brent Lehmann, joins Jake Kennedy, Jim Aldridge KC, and Frank Dragon at Our Gathering 2024 for a discussion about ongoing collaborations between Indigenous Modern Treaty partners and CIRNAC to create a robust toolkit for treaty implementation.

04/16/2024

This week! Ratcliff's Kate Blomfield, Emma Hume, and Mario Garcia are are honoured to be speakers at this Canadian Bar Association national summit, shedding light on the crucial legal intersections between Aboriginal and Indigenous rights, energy development, and environmental stewardship.