On April 19, CBABC delivered a letter to the Government of BC offering support for the passing of Bill 13, the Land Title and Property Law Amendment Act, 2024. The Act will enable First Nation registration of land in the LTSA’s Land Title Office.
As the legislation is implemented, we asked that government consider:
- Whether First Nations limited partnerships are exempt from mandated reporting under the Land Owner Transparency Act
- If the definition of “First Nations” includes tribal councils
- How First Nations may document their lands in the Land Registry moving forward
These changes are significant in moving DRIPA forward and therefore require ongoing engagement and consultation with the stakeholders involved.
The legislation comes into force on May 21, 2024.