Federal Government Engagement with Indigenous Modern Treaty Holders: A One Hour Course

Curriculum

7 Sections
40 Lessons
Lifetime

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The Federal Government’s Responsibility in Engagement

Danny Gaudet, Ɂek’wahtı̨dǝ́, Délı̨nę Got'ı̨nę Government (DGG) presenting Prime Minister Trudeau with a gift during the 2023 Intergovernmental Leaders’ Forum. The Délı̨nę Final Self-Government Agreement was negotiated pursuant to the Sahtú Dene and Métis Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement. DGG is a self-governing Indigenous government and the representative organization of the Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę on issues impacting DGG authorities and Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę rights. © Adam Scotti

Modern treaties establish a mutually agreed-upon and enduring framework for ongoing relationships between the Crown and Indigenous peoples. Each modern treaty establishes a unique relationship between Indigenous peoples and various levels of government.

In this section, we look at the Crown-modern treaty relationship and the Crown’s responsibility when it comes to engagement.

Defining Engagement Quiz