Julie Blackhawk
Justice Julie Blackhawk is a Federal Court judge known for her rulings that emphasize the importance of Indigenous rights and consultation in Canada. In a landmark decision regarding the Kebaowek First Nation's challenge to a nuclear waste disposal site, she affirmed that the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission had failed to adequately consult with Indigenous communities, setting a precedent for future engagements based on the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 2 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 33,353 | $1,700,000 | 1,492$ |
| Totals | 2 | 38,005,238 | 33,353 | $1,700,000 | 1,492$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Canada:
Justice Julie Blackhawk found that the commissioners erred when they declined to apply the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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Canada:
Justice Julie Blackhawk has ordered that a self-described hitman associated with a Mexican drug cartel remain in custody.
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Canada:
Justice Julie Blackhawk said the court challenge was a test of 'our commitment as Canadians to reconciliation and what is truly required to move toward achieving these objectives.'
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