Former Squamish Nation leader explains what the Cowichan decision really means and what it doesn't

Oct 22, 2025 The Early Edition with Stephen Quinn

Some residents continue to ask what’s in store for their community following a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that the Cowichan Tribes hold Aboriginal title over a 7.5-square-kilometre area of Richmond. Stephen Quinn spoke with Khelsilem, a former elected leader of the Squamish Nation, to shed light on what the court decision means and doesn't mean. Connect with CBC Vancouver online: Website: https://www.cbc.ca/bc TikTok:   / cbcvancouver