First Nations

First Nations Legal ServicesFirst Nations – Economic Development / IBAs

At JarvisLegal we have assisted with the drafting and negotiation of a number Impact Benefit Agreements between First Nations and industry partners.With experience acting for both industry and First Nations, we have a wealth of experience to draw upon when determining what benefits may be derived from, or negotiated for, with respect to particular projects or arrangements.

In addition to IBAs, we have experience drafting and finalizing related agreements such as Cooperation Agreements, Consultation Agreements, Forestry and Resource Agreements and Negotiation Agreements.

First Nations – Business Structuring and Agreements

We have a wealth of experience in business structuring and can assist you with structuring a relationship with a First Nation, or for First Nations, with an industry partner. We have drafted, set up and structured many types of business relationships between First Nations and industry proponents, including:

  • Limited Partnership structures;
  • Incorporated Joint Ventures;
  • Unincorporated Joint Ventures; and
  • many forms of contractual arrangements.

We will work with you to determine what structure or structures may suit your business or planning needs.

First Nations – Real Property / Leasing

JarvisLegal acted as legal counsel to Yale First Nation, as part of the Treaty Implementation Team, with respect to Lands. In addition, we have assisted many First Nations with real property leases, issues and transfers, throughout the Province.

To find out if we can assist you or to ask for a quote, please give us a call.