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Description
Thomas Isaac looks at the broad picture of trends that are developing in the law and the background, highlighting aspects of Canadian law that impact Aboriginal peoples and their relationship with the wider Canadian society. While covering issues such as Aboriginal and treaty rights, constitutional issues, land claims, self-government, provincial and federal roles, the rights of the Métis, and the Indian Act, this book pays particular attention to the Crown’s duty to consult. The Supreme Court of Canada has clearly stated that achieving reconciliation between Aboriginal interests with the needs of Canadian society as a whole lies primarily with governments, which Isaac outlines.
Contributor Notes
Thomas Isaac is a nationally recognized authority in the area of Aboriginal law and the author of many books and articles, including three earlier editions of Aboriginal Law and Aboriginal and Treaty Rights in the Maritimes: The Marshall Decision and Beyond. He advises industry and governments across Canada on Aboriginal issues, was chief treaty negotiator for the British Columbia government, and assistant deputy minister responsible for creating Nunavut for the Northwest Territories government. He has appeared before, and his published work has been cited with approval by, numerous courts across Canada. He holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in both political science and law. He practices law with Cassels Brock, and is a member of the bars of British Columbia, Alberta, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon. In 2016, Isaac was appointed Ministerial Special Representative (MSR) to the Northwest Territories.
