Real Estate Transactions on First Nation Land – A Solicitor’s Primer

Author: Timothy J. Lack
Current to: April 2025

Demystify complex land transactions with our latest Practice Point, now available through CLEBC’s Courses on Demand subscription.

“Real Estate Transactions on First Nation Land – A Solicitor’s Primer” was prepared by Timothy J. Lack (of Redpoint Law LLP) for the CLEBC course Indigenous Economic Development.

As the author lays out, real estate transactions on First Nation land are often viewed as too complicated or opaque—but that perception can be a barrier to both professional growth and reconciliation. This primer challenges those assumptions and provides practical, accessible insights to help solicitors confidently navigate these unique legal landscapes.

From understanding the distinctions between federal and provincial land regimes, to working with the Indian Land Registry System, to interpreting Land Codes under the First Nations Land Management Act—this paper is a roadmap for legal professionals looking to better serve Indigenous and non-Indigenous clients alike.

Whether you’re advising on leases, mortgages, or title insurance, this Practice Point equips you with the knowledge needed to handle First Nation land transactions with confidence and cultural awareness.

Access it now and expand your real estate practice with purpose.

 

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