OKT Podcast

In this episode, OKT lawyers Larry Innes, Krista Nerland, and Jesse Abell, provide insights on the British Columbia Court of Appeal’s decision in Gitxaala v British Columbia (Chief Gold Commissioner) , 2025 BCCA 430, and what to watch now that the appeal is going to be heard by the Supreme Court of Canada. This decision was a big victory for Indigenous peoples on the status of the United Nations D...

In this episode, OKT’s Krista Nerland, Jesse Abell, Victoria Wicks and Graeme Cook unpack several significant 2025 decisions in Aboriginal law across Canada.  They explore key developments in how the courts apply the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), including Kebaowek v. Canada from the Federal Court and Gitxaala v. British Columbia from the BC Court of Appe...

In this episode, OKT lawyers Ariel Holmwood-Bramwell, Jamie Dickson, Lorraine Land, and Senwung Luk explore what it means to build a practice in Indigenous Rights Law in northern Canada. They discuss the day-to-day realities of their work, the regulatory systems within modern treaty areas and co-management regimes, the unique environmental challenges they encounter, and share insights on how to ma...

Marking OKT’s 25th anniversary, this episode brings together reflections from founders Roger Townshend, Nancy Kleer, and John Olthuis with responses from partners Cathy Guirguis, Larry Innes, and Maggie Wente. Together, they revisit the firm’s origins and enduring mission, while looking ahead to the future of OKT and how it can continue supporting clients’ evolving needs. The episode closes with g...

In this episode, partner Senwung Luk is joined by Randall Kahgee, David Wright, and Martin Olszynski for an in-depth discussion on Bill C-5 and Bill 5, a recent legislative development that reshapes the landscape of environmental assessment and Indigenous consultation in Canada.   Together, the group unpacks the key changes introduced by Bill C-5 and Bill 5, and explores the broader implications f...

In this episode, associate Levi Marshall sits down with OKT Partner and CEO Cathy Guirguis, Articling Student Camille O’Sullivan, and Summer Student Aherthy Jeyasundaram to reflect on their experiences at the firm. Cathy shares her journey from student to Partner and CEO, offering insights into her growth within the firm. Camille and Aherthy discuss their first impressions of OKT and what they’ve...

In this episode, OKT lawyers, Eileen Church Carson, Tomáš Jirousek, Senwung Luk and Corey Shefman provide insights on Quebec (Attorney General) v Pekuakamiulnuatsh Takuhikan, 2024 SCC 39.  This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any questions regarding the content in this episode, please visit oktlaw.com or email info@oktlaw...

Is UNDRIP going to bring about transformational change to the relationship between Canada and Indigenous peoples? What about the federal government’s implementing legislation? In this episode, OKT lawyers, Miranda Dell'Anna, Ashley Ash and John Olthuis discuss the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Introduction and conclusion provided by Senwung Luk. This...

In this episode, OKT lawyers, Judith Rae, Krista Nerland and Jesse Abell provide an overview of the reference on Bill C-92. This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any questions regarding the content in this episode, please visit oktlaw.com or email info@oktlaw.com.