B.C. faces crisis after court rules Crown land titles may infringe unceded Indigenous rights, sparking financial turmoil and political backlash.

British Columbia’s government faces mounting pressure over Indigenous land rights after a Supreme Court of B.C. ruling challenged Crown-granted land titles, citing potential infringement on unceded Indigenous rights. The decision, consistent with a prior Supreme Court affirmation of Cowichan Tribes’ title, has triggered financial uncertainty, including lender withdrawals and a $150-million loan-guarantee program. Premier David Eby, who promoted the non-binding DRIPA law, admits no clear path forward, drawing criticism for downplaying risks and reactive governance. Calls grow for either DRIPA’s repeal or Eby’s resignation, as concerns mount over economic stability and trust in provincial leadership.