QA Topic: Administration of Justice

Do we lose our Aboriginal Rights?

Our Modern Treaty will recognize our Nation’s existing Section 35 rights under the Canadian Constitution. These include Douglas Treaty Rights, Aboriginal Rights, Aboriginal Title and the right to self-government. The Modern Treaty no longer requires our Nation to surrender, extinguish or modify pre-existing rights and title. This protects pre-existing rights,… Read more

Do we lose our Indian Status?

There will be no loss of Indian Status under our Modern Treaty.

Under the Treaty, will I lose my healthcare? Dental care? Childcare?

Existing programs and services (e.g. health, education, etc.) will continue. In some cases, our Nation may become more involved in running these programs to provide improvements in access and benefits.

Can I unenrol?

Yes, you can apply to the Enrolment Committee to have your name removed from the enrolment register. Upon this request, they must remove you.  More information about this topic can be found in our Enrolment and Eligibility brochure, you can find this and many other resources in the Nation Resources.

What are the changes with Tax exemption?

Section 87 tax exemption for income and sales taxes will continue on the existing reserves of the Nation and will continue to be usable for any members of the Nation who have status. To individual members of the Nation, it will be as if section 87 continued as before. For… Read more