Our litigation research team has consulted extensively on Indigenous claims, including serving as expert witnesses, and working with Indigenous clients in several provinces and territories. In addition to consulting on claims about reserve boundaries, treaty implementation, government management of funds, private development on reserve lands, and compensation for lost or damaged land, we have provided research and analysis about traditional territory, community presences, genealogy and membership, unpaid treaty annuities, the value of treaty annuities, child welfare services, and missing and unmarked graves.
Connecting documents, data, and voices
We have extensive experience is designing research plans, both large and small. Our team has conducted archival research at dozens of archives across Canada and specializes in handling Access to Information requests. Our research team is highly skilled in efficiently analyzing thousands of historical documents, expertly managing customized databases, and producing in-depth reports that seamlessly integrate archival images, tailored maps, and other key sources. Historical narratives must include community knowledge and perspectives to be accurate, so our work incorporates oral history and community engagement.
Genealogical research for litigation
Because of flaws in colonial record-keeping, the best method for reconstructing historical Indigenous populations to support litigation is through genealogical research, which combines evidence from the documentary record with data gathered through community engagement. Know History is at the forefront of technological advancements for genealogical research. Our team of full-time software developers have created a custom-built and secure genealogical software, RootsForward, that streamlines and protects genealogical research and data.
