The Aug. 7 decision in B.C. Supreme Court recognizing Cowichan Nation's land claims on the Fraser River in Richmond, has the B.C. government scrambling to respond.

But the Tsawwassen First Nation is taking a more measured approach and for now, leaving it with the lawyers.

“We are reviewing the decision with legal counsel and will update members as more information becomes available,” TFN said following the decision.

The Musqueam Indian Band, which will also be affected by the decision, had a stronger reaction, saying it “fundamentally disagrees with this judgment in this case."

Chief Wayne Sparrow and council said in a release the decision grants the Cowichan title within Musqueam traditional territory in Richmond and the right to fish in the south arm of the Fraser River.

“We are ext

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