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
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
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
We are working with Indigenous partners to renew relationships based on the recognition of rights, respect, co-operation and partnership.
Indigenous languages
We help provide tools, programs and resources that support the reclamation, revitalization, maintaining and strengthening of Indigenous languages in Canada.
Economic reconciliation
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
We support First Nations elementary and secondary education, and distinctions-based strategies for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nation post-secondary students.