The Mohawks of Akwesasne et al v. HMK in right of Canada et al
The Mohawks of Akwesasne
Grand Chief Abram Benedict
Former Grand Chief Michael Mitchell (Kanentakeron)
Former Chief William Sunday acting personally and on behalf of and as representatives of the Mohawks of Akwesasne
His Majesty the King in right of Canada
Law Firm / Organization
Department of Justice Canada
Lawyer(s)

R. Jeff Anderson

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited
Law Firm / Organization
Department of Justice Canada
Lawyer(s)

R. Jeff Anderson

The Seaway International Bridge Corp, Ltd.
Law Firm / Organization
Department of Justice Canada
Lawyer(s)

R. Jeff Anderson

- Parties: The plaintiffs were the Mohawks of Akwesasne, Grand Chief Abram Benedict, Former Grand Chief Michael Mitchell (Kanentakeron), and Former Chief William Sunday acting personally and on behalf of and as representatives of the Mohawks of Akwesasne. The defendants were His Majesty the King in right of Canada, The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited, and The Seaway International Bridge Corp, Ltd. 

- Subject Matter: The plaintiff sought relief for the Crown's alleged breach of obligations arising from the Crown's and its agents' actions, omissions, and representations in connection with the appropriation of lands and the construction and operation of navigation and hydroelectric projects in the traditional territory of the Mohawks of Akwesasne. The action alleged that the expropriations and acquisitions were unconstitutional, illegal, null, and void; alleged that the taking of the lands violated the minimal impairment duty; alleged breaches of specific undertakings; and alleged other breaches of fiduciary duty. This case is ongoing. 

- Date: The hearing was set on Mar. 7, 2025. 

- Venue: This was a federal case before the Federal Court. 

- Amount: No financial award was specified. 

Federal Court
T-2210-76
Aboriginal law
$ 0
07 June 1976