Advancing self-determination and prosperity
The Government of Canada is working with Indigenous peoples to build and maintain relationships based on respect, partnership and recognition of rights.
Perspective and experiences
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Why is Self-Government important? – Métis Nation of Ontario
Why is self-government important to Indigenous Peoples? Listen to a Métis perspective.
Our progress together
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
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The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act is the government's roadmap to implement lasting reconciliation, healing and cooperative relations.
Treaties, agreements and negotiations
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We are working with Indigenous partners to renew relationships based on the recognition of rights, respect, co-operation and partnership.
Indigenous languages
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We help provide tools, programs and resources that support the reclamation, revitalization, maintaining and strengthening of Indigenous languages in Canada.
Economic reconciliation
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We work with Indigenous partners to provide programs and services that support Indigenous businesses, develop land on reserve and assist in land management strategies.
Education
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We support First Nations elementary and secondary education, and distinctions-based strategies for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nation post-secondary students.