This case involved a groundfish licence that was transferred by a father to one of six sons. After his death, the father’s estate commenced an action alleging that the licence was held pursuant to an express trust to hold it for the benefit of the holder’s other siblings. After citing recent jurisprudence involving express trusts over fishing licences, the court …
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These summaries of Fisheries law cases were prepared by retired lawyer Brad Caldwell.
Readers are cautioned this material is not up to date and are urged to consult CanLii for updated cases.
