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09/25/2026

Reminder: The critical Ontario Court of Appeal hearing for B.M. v. Ontario is happening September 28–29. Read our latest update on the fight for off-reserve Indigenous child welfare reform.

07/22/2026

On December 12, 2025, the SIU released its Director's Report concerning the death of Liam Hatton, and the shooting of Dylan Hatton. Despite the findings of the SIU's investigation, the family of Liam and Dylan Hatton has commenced a $17.5 million lawsuit against members of the South Simcoe Police Service.

The family remains committed to seeking justice for both Liam and Dylan in respect of what happened on August 15, 2024. For more information click here:

The family of Liam Hatton has commenced a $17.5 million lawsuit against members of the South Simcoe Police Service involved in the killing of Liam on August 15, 2024. Dylan Hatton, Liam’s twin brother, was also shot five times by the police. Bill Hatton and Robin Jackson, Liam and Dylan’s parent...

06/29/2026

Falconers LLP voted "Most Honest Golfers" at IFNA 5th Annual Student Golf Tournament in Thunder Bay on June 26, 2026. For more info and pics visit our website :

On June 26, 2026, Falconers LLP Associate Erin McMurray, Law Clerk Athar Ali, along with law students Taylor Campbell and MiShele Lapham had the privilege of attending the fifth annual Student Golf Tournament hosted by the Independent First Nations Alliance (“IFNA”) at Whitewater Golf Club in Th...

06/19/2026

June 21, 2026 represents the 30th Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day. Falconers LLP is honoured to assist our Indigenous brothers & sisters across Canada. For more info including activities in Toronto, visit: https://falconers.ca/the-30th-annual-national-indigenous-peoples-day/

06/16/2026

Iskatewizaagegan Independent First Nation continues to advance its water litigation at a significant pace, as the matter moves through key stages of the proceedings. Our latest post provides an update on recent developments in the case and the ongoing efforts to hold the Crown accountable in relation to the taking of water from Shoal Lake:

06/16/2026

On June 8, 2026, the SIU released a corrigendum to its Director's Report concerning the death of Jenna Ostberg, acknowledging errors in the original report issued in July 2025. Despite these corrections, the SIU again concluded that no charges were warranted.

For more information related to the concerns raised by Jenna's family regarding the SIU's investigation, and the ongoing questions about accountability, transparency, and public confidence in police oversight, click here:

On June 8, 2026, the Special Investigations Unit (“SIU”) released a Corrigendum (correction) to its Director’s Report, initially released on July 14, 2025. Prior to its public release, legal counsel for the Ostberg-Beardy family sent correspondence to the SIU on May 22, 2026, outlining outstan...

05/30/2026

“The longest road is the shortest way home” reflects a powerful step forward in reconciliation and Indigenous self-determination. Leaders from the Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Chiefs of Ontario, and Indigenous Services Canada gathered to mark the implementation of the Ontario Final Agreement, advancing First Nations-led child and family services and strengthening community-driven solutions for children and families. For more information, visit:

05/25/2026

On May 22, 2026, Justice Gibson found that the bylaw enacted the Region of Waterloo to shut down encampments located at 100 Victoria St in Kitchener ONT violated the s. 7 & 15 rights of those living in the encampments. For more info visit our website: https://falconers.ca/superior-court-makes-new-ruling-clearing-the-encampment-violates-charter-rights/

05/19/2026

“Children First”: On May 13 and 14, 2026, Treaty 8 Urban Child and Family Services Meet on Regional Reform for the FNCFS Program to discussion the realities and priorities of Alberta First Nation communities for their children. For more info visit: https://falconers.ca/children-first-treaty-8-urban-child-and-family-services-meet-on-regional-reform-for-the-first-nations-child-and-family-services-program/

05/08/2026

On May 8, 2026, Falconers LLP appeared on behalf of NAN seeking to intervene in Off-Reserve Indigenous Child Welfare Appeal - for more information on the case, visit our website at: https://falconers.ca/nan-seeks-intervenor-status-in-off-reserve-indigenous-child-welfare-appeal/