RCMR discussion with Catherine Bell: Fiduciary Arguments
Catherine Bell discusses fiduciary arguments with the RCMR.
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RCMR discussion with Catherine Bell – MMF vs CDA Context (Part 1 of 2)
Part 1 Catherine Bell provides historical background information in which to understand the MMF decision. Discussions of land grants, recognition of possession of settlers in the area (Métis and non-Métis), and other provisions. Catherine also discusses the inclusion of a …
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RCMR with Eric Adams: How might the MMF decision impact other jurisdictions?
Did the Métis people of Manitoba have Aboriginal title to land? Important outcome of the case: Outside of Manitoba the court recognizes that the reconciliation of the Métis people to Canadian sovereignty hasn’t yet occurred.
RCMR with Eric Adams: Regarding honour of the Crown in MMF vs CDA case
What does the concept of “Honour of the Crown” mean, where did that duty come from and how might that change in different circumstances? How does it pertain to the Métis people? Discussions and insight around the Manitoba Act from …
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Métis-Canadian Relations: A response to the Manitoba Métis Federation v Canada landmark court decision
The following is a response to the recent Canadian Supreme Court ruling in the Manitoba Métis Federation Inc v Canada (Attorney General) case written by Métis Ph.D Candidate in the Indigenous Governance Program at the University of Victoria and 2012-2013 Henry Roe …