What is The Law of Indigenous Ownership and Projects?
The Law of Indigenous Ownership and Projects is a Canadian legal text focused specifically on the development of Indigenous-owned projects, bringing together the key legal lenses that typically arise in project development — Aboriginal law, land, corporate, tax, and regulatory considerations — in one practical resource.
Who is The Law of Indigenous Ownership and Projects for?
This book is written to support lawyers and advisors working with Indigenous communities, governments, lenders, and industry proponents on Indigenous ownership and project development — especially where deals require coordinated advice across rights, lands, agreements, governance, tax structuring, and approvals.
What topics does this book cover?
The book includes coverage of:
- Landscape of Indigenous-Owned Projects
- Aboriginal Law Considerations
- Land Considerations
- Agreements Between Indigenous Communities and Industry
- Tax and Corporate Considerations
- Regulatory Considerations
- Future Developments
Does this book explain land pathways for Indigenous projects?
Yes. The “Land Considerations” chapter includes treatment of Aboriginal title lands, treaties, and reserve land frameworks, including items like section 53 leases, section 28(2) permits, and mortgaging reserve lands, as well as land management/registry concepts.
