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Bill C-51

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
June 22, 2023
Self-Government Treaty Recognizing the Whitecap Dakota Nation / Wapaha Ska Dakota Oyate Act
  • This is a law that gives effect to a treaty between the Whitecap Dakota Nation and the Canadian government, recognizing the Whitecap Dakota Nation's inherent right to self-government. The treaty was signed on May 2, 2023, and this law makes necessary amendments to other Acts to ensure the treaty is valid and has the force of law. The Whitecap Dakota Nation will be a legal entity with the rights, powers, and privileges of a natural person, including the ability to make laws and carry out government functions. Judicial notice must be taken of the treaty and any Whitecap Dakota laws registered with the public registry. The Indian Act, Statutory Instruments Act, and Federal Courts Act will not apply to the Whitecap Dakota Nation. The Governor in Council may make orders and regulations necessary for implementing the treaty.
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