The Government of Canada is committed to achieving reconciliation with Indigenous peoples through a renewed, nation-to-nation, and government-to-government relationship based on recognition of rights, respect, cooperation, and partnership. Here are some ways the government has been working on reconciliation:
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Principles respecting the Government of Canadas relationship with Indigenous peoples: The Government of Canada recognizes that reconciliation is a fundamental purpose of section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982. Reconciliation is an ongoing process through which Indigenous peoples and the Crown work cooperatively to establish and maintain a mutually respectful framework for living together, with a view to fostering strong, healthy, and sustainable Indigenous nations within a strong Canada.
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Delivering on Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action: The Government of Canada has made progress in responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions 94 Calls to Action.
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Establishing permanent bilateral mechanisms: The Government of Canada has established permanent bilateral mechanisms with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Nation leaders to identify joint priorities, co-develop policy, and monitor progress.
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Recognition of rights discussion tables: Canada is moving forward with Indigenous partners on different paths toward reconciliation, including Recognition of Rights discussion tables.
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Investments: Since 2015, the Government of Canada has made historic investments to help secure a better quality of life for Indigenous Peoples. These investments in housing, early learning and child care, health, mental health, and infrastructure have all helped to close the gap between Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous Canadians.
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Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: The Government of Canada is committed to the full and effective implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act in partnership with Indigenous peoples.
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Supporting Indigenous businesses and community economic development: Advancing reconciliation requires a commitment to Indigenous economic self-determination.
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Global Affairs Canadas Action Plan on Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples: Global Affairs Canada’s Action Plan on Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples provides a framework for enhancing Global Affairs Canada’s engagement with Indigenous peoples in Canada and globally. It involves listening to, learning from, and working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada, as well as with Indigenous peoples around the ...
