Public Policy
We deliver a practical framework for analysis using a smart, methodical, and resolute approach to theory and data driven innovation.
- Identify policy problems.
- Then, we analyze the core causes.
- Design viable policy solutions.
- Implement, and examine proposed hypothesis.
- Test this hypothesis with assessment.
- Refine that hypothesis through constant checking and feedback.
We utilize data and research to strengthen Indigenous affluence and welfare by confirming that the needs and interests of Indigenous businesses educate policy and programs at all levels of government. The purposes are to enhance access to procurement, access to new and existing markets, and access to funding for Indigenous businesses and entities.
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Procurement
Procurement is the means of acquiring supplies and essential services. We utilize research and policy to identify the bottleneck and opportunities for Indigenous enterprises. This incorporates procurement from all levels of government, commercial companies, and Indigenous entities.
Discover how we can support Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses with the right tools, and training. Ultimately, strengthen your business through corporation and government, and enhance Indigenous procurement costing and supply chain to sustain your business growth.
Funding
Access to funding refers to the process of acquiring financial services. We identify obstacles and opportunities to increase access to funding for Indigenous Nations, businesses, and entities.
Policy writer(s) and program designer(s).
Policy writer(s) and program designer(s) need to be thinking essentially about their procedures such as:
Have you worked with Indigenous people when creating programs or planning the program?
Do you comprehend the unique framework and background in which the program and/or services will be executed?
Have you confirmed the rights, governance procedures, protocol, and traditions of Indigenous peoples? Has the above been acknowledged?
And have you reflected on the TRC’s Calls to Action (National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, 2023), and the articles of UNDRIP (United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs., 2021) relating to policy and programs?
Have you acknowledged the jurisdictional and legitimate perspective of treaties, land claims, and the human rights of Indigenous peoples?
Bibliography
Talks about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
State of Our World
UN DESA.
UN Secretary General | SDG Sustainable Development | United Nations
Treaty-making
Indigenous peoples have been negotiating treaties and their indigenous rights with the Crown since the arrival of the first Europeans. This includes working towards a nation-to-nation relationship which led to Haida v. British Columbia ruling in 2004. The principles express their intention to implement UNDRIP and their obligation to improve Indigenous relations.
Treaty-making has resulted from the following:
- Advances in Indigenous law.
- Commitment and negotiation with Indigenous partners.
- Advances and acknowledgment of Indigenous rights (in Canada and Internationally).
- Truth and Reconciliation, TRC’s Calls to Action (National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, 2023).
- United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights., 2023).
Statement of Principles to Modern Treaty Implementation
(Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, 2023).
Modern treaties are a key component of Canadian nation-building.
Modern treaties are reconciliation in action.
Modern treaty implementation is an ongoing process.
The implementation of modern treaties must reflect the agreement entered into.
Modern treaties must be implemented in a manner that upholds the honour of the Crown.
Indigenous and treaty rights are “constitutionally” protected.
The implementation of modern treaties is a shared responsibility.
The Crown as a whole is accountable for its obligations.
All federal department and agencies will conduct their business in a manner that is consistent with Canada’s modern treaty obligations.
A whole-of-government approach to modern treaty implementation is required.
Effective intergovernmental relationships are vital to the success of modern treaties.
Constitutional Talks on Self-Government
Between 1982 and 1986, a series of special constitutional conferences were held to discuss Indigenous constitutional matters. The Indigenous rights to self-government was the most prominent subject in these discussions.
Although there was a great deal of support for the idea of self-government as a constitutionally protected Indigenous right, there was not a sufficient agreement to amend the Constitutional Accords.
The recognition of self-government was discussed again and failed in 1987 and 1992.
In 1994, instead of amending the Constitution, the government would acknowledge that the inherent right of self-government was already recognized in Section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982. The proposal was formalized in the Inherent Right Policy in 1995 to self-government. As an inherent right, the right to self-government is understood to be an existing right protected in Section 35 of the Constitution Act.
This includes a framework for self-government negotiations providing for a list of jurisdictions available for negotiations. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms to be binding on all governments. A list of law-making powers that will remain under the exclusive domain of the federal government.
This enables the Indigenous government to exercise control over internal matters such as culture, education, and social programs for their citizens.