What are the implications of Tsilhqot'in Nation v British Columbia,2014 SCC 44,for resource extraction and other intrusions such as pipelines on Crown lands that have been exclusively and continuously occupied by Indigenous peoples?
A) Resource development is no longer possible on such lands.
B) The Crown may continue to develop resources on such lands provided it shares revenues with potential aboriginal title holders.
C) Intention to develop such lands will trigger a duty to consult.
D) There is no impact unless the Indigenous peoples are able to establish aboriginal title

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The decision in Tsilhqot'in Nation v British Columbia established that the Crown must consult with Indigenous peoples and accommodate their interests when planning resource extraction or other developments on lands where aboriginal title is claimed, even if the title has not yet been legally established.

What Are the Implications of Tsilhqot'in Nation V British Columbia,2014