QA Topic: Fiscal Relations

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.

Do I have to enrol?

Enrolment is an individual choice; an individual may choose not to enrol if they want to. However, only those who are enrolled will be eligible to vote on the Treaty. Individuals who do not enrol will continue to have rights and benefits under the Indian Act as Status Indians but… Read more