Read All About It! Métis and Non-Status Indians Win Recognition at Federal Court
Federal Court rules that metis and non-status indians fall under the definition of “indians” under section 91 (24) of the Canadian Constitution.
Federal Court rules that metis and non-status indians fall under the definition of “indians” under section 91 (24) of the Canadian Constitution.
As reported in Wawatay News, Canada has endorsed the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) “in a manner, it says, is consistent with Canada’s Constitution and laws.” Although non-binding, the 46-article Declaration is nonetheless held up as a significant and meaningful standard by which to judge Canada’s treatment of, and conduct […]