Shelby is an associate in Osler’s Disputes group and the Regulatory, Indigenous and Environmental group. She maintains a specialized litigation and commercial practice, advising clients on complex environmental disputes, Indigenous law issues and regulatory matters.
Shelby’s Indigenous law practice focuses on consultation and accommodation of Indigenous groups in connection with major natural resource and infrastructure projects. She advises project proponents on the duty to consult, develops Indigenous consultation policies and reports, and guides clients through regulatory approval processes affecting Aboriginal rights and interests.
In her environmental practice, Shelby assists clients in regulatory enforcement matters, advises on environmental compliance obligations, and represents clients in contaminated sites disputes and cost recovery actions.
Shelby serves as the Associate Lead of Osler’s Indigenous Professionals Network and is a key contact for Osler’s Indigenous Law Blog and Indigenous Insights Webinar.
She obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa. Before law school, she graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Science (Honours), majoring in Environmental Science. Shelby started as a summer student at Osler in 2022 and completed her articles with the firm in 2023-2024.
Representative Work
- Building Ontario Fund
The Ontario government in its $178-million investment in Scarborough Junction LP and its assets
- Choice Properties REIT
Choice Properties REIT in its $9.4-billion joint acquisition of First Capital REIT in partnership with KingSett Capital
The Ontario government in its $178-million investment in Scarborough Junction LP and its assets
Choice Properties REIT in its $9.4-billion joint acquisition of First Capital REIT in partnership with KingSett Capital
Latest Insights
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Blog May 20, 2026
British Columbia Court of Appeal clarifies ‘sufficient occupation’ to establish Aboriginal title in Nuchatlaht
The Court declared Aboriginal title over the entire 201-square-kilometre claim area of Nootka Island on the west coast of Vancouver Island.
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Osler Update May 11, 2026
Forever chemicals, forever liability? The rise of PFAS class actions in Canada
Canadian courts are now grappling with claims over alleged contamination from PFAS, or “forever chemicals.”
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Blog March 20, 2026
Aboriginal title and private property: divergent approaches in Cowichan and Wolastoqey
An examination of two decisions and implications for Canadian governments, Indigenous Nations and private property owners.
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Blog January 6, 2026
Sealing the sacred: court protects Indigenous cultural information
The Supreme Court of B.C. recognized the importance of protecting sensitive Indigenous cultural information while facilitating access to justice.
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Media Mentions
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Osler News April 13, 2026
Osler’s pro bono stars shine on PBO 2025 honour roll
Pro Bono Ontario has recognized 12 Osler lawyers on its fourth annual Honour Roll.
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Osler News April 4, 2025
Osler lawyers recognized by Pro Bono Ontario in 2024 ‘Honour Roll’
Osler is proud to announce that 15 of the firm’s lawyers have made Pro Bono Ontario’s third annual Honour Roll, which recognizes the...
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Community Involvement
- Pro Bono Ontario, Volunteer
- Lions Club of Canada, Volunteer
Speaking and Writing
Speaking Engagements
Credentials
Education
- University of Ottawa, JD
- Queen’s University, B.S.c. (Honours)
Languages
- English
Professional Affiliations
- Indigenous Bar Association
- Law Society of Ontario
- Ontario Bar Association
- Canadian Bar Association
