KITCISAKIK, QC,
May 26,
2023 /CNW/ - Kitcisakik Anicinapek Council and
Crown–Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Today, the Kitcisakik Community and Canada are taking an important step in the
spirit of reconciliation through the signing of a Framework
Agreement to guide the recognition and implementation of the rights
of the Kitcisakik Anicinape Community.
This Framework Agreement, which was co-developed by Kitcisakik
and Canada, is supported by the
mutual commitment of the parties to the principles of the United
Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. It
defines a collaborative process between the parties to explore a
variety of ways to address Kitcisakik's specific interests and
needs.
The Framework Agreement provides a process of discussion on a
variety of topics to support the conclusion of agreements that will
respond to the interests and priorities of the community,
including: land tenure, land governance, self-government, taxation
and economic development, land protection, culture and rights in
relation to traditional Anicinape activities, and consultation
practices.
The Government of Canada is
working with Indigenous partners across the country to develop
flexible, rights-based agreements, foster a renewed
Crown–Indigenous relationship, and advance their visions of greater
self-determination and a better future for their communities.
Quotes
"In the face of the many challenges we face as a First Nation,
and to ensure the future well-being of our children and families,
we have a responsibility to maintain and strengthen our
relationship with Canada. The
Framework Agreement we are signing today is a tool to improve our
government–to–government relationship."
Régis Penosway
Chief of the Kitcisakik Anicinape Community
"This Framework Agreement paves the way for dialogue and
collaboration on key issues that will shape Kitcisakik's future.
This signing is an important step towards reconciliation and the
renewal of the relationship between Kitcisakik and Canada. I thank all those who worked to reach
this Framework Agreement and helped ensure a brighter future for
your community for generations to come."
The Honourable Marc Miller
Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations
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