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Published 2026-10-28 · Open coverage

Nunavut advances proposed public lands statute through second reading

Nunavut's Bill 7, a proposed Public Lands Act modelled on the federal Territorial Lands Act, reached second reading on October 27 and is not yet enacted. The bill would address public land sales and leases, rights reserved from grants, enforcement and monetary penalties, with implications for land users and territorial administration if passed.

Published 2026-10-28 · Open coverage

PEI seeks comment on further changes to land ownership legislation

Prince Edward Island opened a public consultation on October 27 on proposed changes to the Lands Protection Act and invited comments until November 10. Landowners, businesses and legal advisers can review the draft before the province decides whether to enact it, as the consultation itself doesn't change the existing law.

Decision 2023-10-20 · Member analysis

Rock Ranger Inc. v. 16142 Yukon Inc., 2023 YKSC 58

A Yukon court ordered disputed crushing equipment returned before trial because purchase records gave the claimant substantial grounds for possession. Allegations about diverted money couldn't defeat the interim order without supporting evidence.

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