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Lawyer Accused of Mismanaging First Nations Funds | Calgary News
A lawyer at the heart of Alberta’s separatist movement is under fire from two First Nations for allegedly mismanaging millions in trust funds, leading to an asset freeze of $8.5 million. The Tallcree First Nation and Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation accuse Jeffrey Rath — who also leads Stay Free Alberta — of siphoning funds, with one band claiming $12 million was withdrawn over two years. Rath counters it’s a “fee dispute” tied to successful litigation, insisting he’s generated billions in economic opportunities. A judge found “strong prima facie case” of misconduct, appointing a neutral auditor to…
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