Indigenous Law

WT’s Indigenous Practice Group is a national leader in Indigenous and Aboriginal law, with a strong presence across Western Canada and offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal.

Led by Malcolm Macpherson, a seasoned advocate with over two decades of experience and deep, enduring relationships with Indigenous communities, our team is committed to advancing the rights, interests, and aspirations of First Nations governments and their affiliated organizations.

We provide strategic, culturally informed legal services that support Indigenous self-determination, economic development, and community well-being. Our lawyers are trusted advisors in high-stakes litigation, including landmark cases involving cumulative impacts and the enforcement of Aboriginal and Treaty rights. We also represent clients in the preparation and advancement of specific claims and provide comprehensive solicitor services tailored to the evolving needs of Indigenous governments and enterprises.

Our approach is collaborative, principled, and grounded in reconciliation. We work alongside our clients to build sustainable futures through innovative legal solutions and respectful partnerships.

Legal Support Grounded in Respect, Relationships, and Results

At WT, we are proud to walk alongside Indigenous communities across Canada. We are here to support your community’s goals—whether that means protecting your rights through litigation, advancing specific claims, building strong governance structures, or negotiating agreements that reflect your values and priorities. Our lawyers work in partnership with Indigenous leadership, guided by principles of respect, reconciliation, and self-determination. Our team understands that every Nation is unique—and so are the legal solutions needed to support your vision for the future.

Services

• Aboriginal and Treaty Rights Litigation
• Cumulative Impacts and Environmental Law
• Specific Claims and Land Entitlements
• Governance, Policy, and Trust Structures
• ESG and Sustainable Development
• Government-to-Government Negotiations
• Employment and Labour Relations
• Corporate Structuring and Commercial Transactions
• Impact and Benefit Agreements
• Energy and Natural Resources (Oil & Gas, Hydrogen, Hydro, Wind, Nuclear, Potash)
• Real Estate, Leasing, and Additions to Reserve
• Custom Law Drafting (e.g., Bill C-92)