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.

Aboriginal Rights and Defences Income earned by status Indians taking place partly on reserve (preparation - delivery to co-op operating from reserve) and partly off reserve (catching nearby and sales) held to be exempt under s. 87 of the Indian Act. Long history of fishing near reserve also important - mooring boats - Taxation

Canada v. Robertson, 2012 FCA 94

In Aboriginal Rights/Defences, Fish Cases, Taxation on August 20, 2012 (Updated August 20, 2012)

Application for leave to the Supreme Court of Canada was dismissed on 20 March 2012 2012 CanLII 64752 (SCC)

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