Could the Cowichan ruling affect B.C. property assessments?

A B.C. Supreme Court ruling granting Cowichan Tribes “senior” title over some Richmond private property may impact future property assessments, though its effect on 2026 assessments is uncertain due to timing. Experts debate its broader applicability, with some seeing it as case-specific and others warning it challenges foundational property rights. Appeals depend on market evidence showing value declines linked to the decision.