When is Consultation with First Nations And Aboriginal Peoples Required?
The law has evolved, requiring consultation with First Nations whenever their interests may be adversely affected.
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That is within a Treaty territory;
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In which there are unextinguished Aboriginal rights;
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In which there is unextinguished Aboriginal title;
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That is used by Aboriginal people for traditional hunting, trapping, fishing or gathering.
The duty to consult may be triggered whenever a proposed project is in an area:
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