BC has developed a new approach to litigation in their efforts to fully implement the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
A total of 20 new litigation directives have been introduced, with most focusing on expediting and simplifying the process, respecting First Nations rights, and the importance of other forms of resolution.
They direct counsel to vigorously pursue other forms of resolution, maintain continuous communication, uphold Aboriginal rights, and use clear and respectful language.
In addition, it advises a broad and more liberal approach to determining proper rights holders, and defines oral history as a matter of weight, not admissibility.
You can follow this link to full definitions of all of the new directives.
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