The Anishinabek reps argued that climate change disproportionately affects our communities, traditional ways of life, and the ability to assert and exercise jurisdiction in relation to environmental issues that directly impact our lands and people. As the quality and quantity of natural resources and medicines continue to diminish with the effects of climate change, it is vital that First Nation voices are heard and that their rights are respected.
The Anishinabek Nation is pleased to share that its arguments were heard and the majority of the Supreme Court of Canada has sided with the First Nation position.
It is especially significant that the court recognized that climate change has the effect of “threatening the ability of Indigenous communities in Canada to sustain themselves and maintain their traditional ways of life”
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Good news to all Magnetawan citizens. Thanks for the participation in moving Magnetawan in achieving another stage towards self-government for our community.
Results show we strongly believe in our natural birthrights to self-governance and independence. We are proud of our culture, traditions, language, and the community we have built; and will preserve our freedom to live our lives the way we choose!
The words “Leadership Selection” are used to make room for other ways to select our leaders. Under
Anishinaabe Law our leaders were the head spokespersons selected by the Clans, our Families. Indian Act governance was imposed on Anishinabek communities to replace and destroy our culture, including our Anishinaabe governance system. Click below to learn more.
From February 1st 2021 to February 28th 2021, it is being asked of the members of the Magnetawan First Nation to vote on the ratification of the Anishinabek Nation Governance Agreement (ANGA).
