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flag Cowichan Tribes' Aboriginal title claim invalidates private land titles in Richmond, sparking appeals and property rights concerns.

flag The City of Richmond is holding a meeting on October 28 to inform property owners affected by a B.C. flag Supreme Court ruling recognizing Cowichan Tribes’ Aboriginal title to about 7.5 square kilometres of land, invalidating prior private land titles. flag The decision, which the city, province, and Musqueam First Nation are appealing, stems from the court’s finding that Crown-granted titles unjustly infringed on Indigenous rights, requiring resolution through negotiation, litigation, or purchase. flag While the First Nation didn’t seek to invalidate private ownership, the ruling has sparked concern among residents and officials over property rights and legal uncertainty. flag The appeal process is expected to take one to two years, with possible further delays if a Supreme Court appeal follows. flag Officials urge affected residents to contact elected representatives to support a strong legal defense, cautioning against a Supreme Court reference that could yield a non-binding, abstract outcome.

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