Manitoba Métis Federation and Canada Sign Historic Self-Government Treaty
November 30, 2024
Winnipeg, Manitoba – In a historic milestone, the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) and the Government of Canada have signed a first-of-its-kind Self-Government Treaty. The treaty, which was signed on November 30, 2024, marks a new era of reconciliation and self-determination for the Métis people of Manitoba.
The treaty includes a range of provisions that recognize the Métis as a distinct people with their own unique rights, culture, and self-governing institutions. Key elements of the treaty include:
- Recognition of the Métis as a self-governing Indigenous nation with a defined territory
- Establishment of a Métis government responsible for delivering essential services to Métis citizens, including health care, education, and justice
- Resource-sharing agreements between the Métis government and Canada
- Protection of Métis culture, language, and traditional territories
The treaty also outlines a process for the Métis to exercise their inherent right to self-determination, including the ability to pass their own laws and regulations.
The signing of the treaty was hailed as a major breakthrough in the relationship between the Métis and the Canadian government. MMF President David Chartrand said that the treaty “represents a new chapter in Métis history, one that is based on recognition, respect, and self-determination.”
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that the treaty was “a historic step forward on the path of reconciliation with the Métis people.” He added that Canada was “committed to working in partnership with the MMF to implement the treaty and build a better future for all Manitobans.”
The treaty has been met with widespread support from the Métis community, as well as from Indigenous leaders across the country. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde called the treaty “a significant achievement that sets an important precedent for First Nations across Canada.”
The signing of the Manitoba Métis Federation Self-Government Treaty is a major step forward in the ongoing journey of reconciliation between Indigenous peoples and Canada. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the Métis people, and to the commitment of the Canadian government to work with Indigenous communities to build a more just and equitable future for all.
Manitoba Métis Federation and Canada sign first-of-its-kind Self-Government Treaty
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