Exploring Theme: "Working Group on Review of Laws and Policies"

NationTalk: Department of Justice Canada– The recognition of the rights of Indigenous peoples affirmed in Canada’s Constitution is a fundamental element of Crown-Indigenous relationships. The Government of Canada is committed to respecting and upholding the rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis as part of building stronger nation-to-nation, Inuit-Crown, and government-to-government relationships. Today, the Minister...

Department of Justice Canada: Ottawa, Traditional Unceded Algonquin Territory – Department of Justice Canada The recognition of the rights of Indigenous peoples affirmed in Canada’s Constitution is a fundamental element of Crown-Indigenous relationships. Today, the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the next phase of consultation and cooperation with...

NationTalk: LEXPERT – Business of Law Aboriginal law cases proceeding and pending before the Courts Developments in Aboriginal law in 2022 were mostly forward looking. That is, there are cases proceeding and pending before Courts. These have the potential for significant changes and are to be watched closely as they are decided. Indigenous Laws and...

NationTalk: Anihinabek News.ca: ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY— The government of Canada is looking to amend the federal legislation known as the Interpretation Act, the first act passed by the new Parliament of Canada after the Confederation. The purpose of the Interpretation Act is to provide guidance and assistance for the interpretation of laws where their meaning is not clear....

The Working Group of Ministers responsible for the review will examine relevant federal laws, policies, and operational practices to help ensure the Crown is meeting its constitutional obligations with respect to: Aboriginal and treaty rights; adhering to international human rights standards, including the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; and supporting the...