Thank You for Standing with Neskantaga
Thank you for taking a stand to protect water, Indigenous rights, and future generations. By doing so you are also supporting RAVEN in our mission to provide access to justice for Indigenous Peoples.
RAVEN’s vision is a country that honours the ancestral laws, rights and stewardship values of Indigenous Peoples and their equitable access to the justice system within a thriving natural habitat.
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LATEST NEWS
Pre-Law Students at Queen’s University Champion Indigenous Sovereignty with RAVEN
Kaila McGuinty and Elle Penner are two third-year pre-law students at Queen’s University who are combining their passion for law and justice with a commitment to fundraising for Indigenous sovereignty — sound familiar? As Co-president…
The Paradox of Fire: Balancing regeneration and risk
I have a love-hate relationship with forest fires. They are one of the most beautiful and powerful manifestations of our environment and the force of nature. They are a source of rejuvenation and new life…
The Supreme Court of Canada’s Landmark Decision on the Robinson Treaties: What Does it Mean for Indigenous Rights?
The Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) recently weighed in on Ontario (Attorney General) v. Restoule, 2024 (Restoule), which changes the legal landscape for Treaty nations across the country. Not only did the SCC uphold that…
Meet Sally the Salamander: A Wetland Wonder in the Breathing Lands
Throughout August, we’re taking a deeper look at the Breathing Lands and the boggy wetlands that make up a big portion of Treaty No. 9 territory. Here’s a little illustrated introduction to a wetland cutie,…
Aboriginal Title to Ocean Territory is Still a Possibility Thanks to Saugeen Ojibway Nation
Have you ever travelled across a body of water in Canada? Whether by boat, ferry, or canoe, millions of people would say yes to this question as hundreds of oceans, lakes, and rivers scatter across…
Kebaowek First Nation at the Federal Court of Canada
On July 11, 2024, Kebaowek First Nation finished their oral arguments in court against the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (“Commission”). They argued over the approval of a Near Surface Disposal Facility (NSDF) on their territory,…
Thank you for making Festival Afloat 2024 so Magic
It’s always a bit surreal to wrap up Festival Afloat each year. We know we’ve created something so unique and special that brings together lovers of being at sea, with advocates for Indigenous rights, top…
Court Update: Gitxaała’s Appeal Intervenor Arguments
What’s better than a beautiful, sunny, summer day? A court update on a beautiful, sunny, summer day! The legal team for Gitxaała have shared with us the facta (the written arguments) from the Intervenors and…
The Story of Makwa (Black Bear)
Kebaowek First Nation is challenging the decision of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission in court to protect the sacred Kichi Sibi. Time and time again, we see industry and government evading the free, prior, and…