Consult before exploring: mineral tenure and Indigenous rights

In this article – “Consult before exploring: mineral tenure and Indigenous rights” — we discuss the major impact of recent case law and expected legislative changes in several prominent mining jurisdictions on mineral tenure, developments that could affect Canada’s focus on critical minerals and energy transition in the years ahead.This article is authored by Richard King, partner and Co-Chair of the Regulatory, Indigenous and Environmental group, Alan Hutchison, partner and Co-Chair of the Mining and Natural Resources group, and by Ankita Gupta, an associate in the firm’s Disputes group.Osler Legal Outlook is brought to you by Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Osler is a leading, national law firm with a singular focus — your business. We advise clients on an array of domestic and cross-border legal issues, drawing on the expertise of over 600 lawyers to provide the answers you need, when you need them.Osler Legal Outlook provides general information only and does not constitute legal or other professional advice. Specific advice should be sought in connection with your circumstances.For more information about Osler and for the full Osler Legal Outlook, please visit our website at osler.com.