The Challenge
Meaningful and necessary legislative changes are needed to affirm and support Indigenous self-determination and the rebuilding of Indigenous justice systems and institutions. To effect these changes, BC needs to fulfill its obligations under Section 3 of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act) – bring provincial laws into alignment with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Declaration).
The Solution
Through Strategy 8, BCFNJC and BC will undertake a joint review of relevant legislation to identify potential legislative changes that uphold UN Declaration standards and create space for the operation and recognition of Indigenous justice systems and institutions. The review will consider a range of approaches and forms of legislative change, from specific and relatively straightforward amendments to more complex changes needed for transformed relations, including potential amendments related to facilitating specific agreements or initiatives with First Nations.
