Indigenous human rights recognized in B.C. law with new legislation
Indigenous human rights recognized in B.C. law with new legislation
VICTORIA - Legislation introduced Oct. 24, 2019, creates a path forward to recognize and uphold the human rights of Indigenous peoples in B.C.
"Today's legislation is a crucial step towards true and lasting reconciliation," said Premier John Horgan. "With this new law, Indigenous peoples will be part of the decisions that affect them, their families and their territories. Together with Indigenous peoples, we're going to build a better future with good jobs and opportunities for people, strong environmental protections and healthy communities that include everyone."
Read moreThe Next Session of Parliament Must Prioritize Protection and Fulfillment of the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples
OPEN LETTER TO ALL CANDIDATES IN THE FEDERAL ELECTION
The Next Session of Parliament Must Prioritize Protection and Fulfillment of the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and numerous reports by international human rights bodies have all documented the profound and tragic harms that have resulted from Canada’s colonial laws and policies. Ongoing adverse impacts include denial of Indigenous systems of governance, jurisdiction and laws; dispossession of lands, territories and resources; the ongoing tragedy of Indigenous lives brutally cut short; essential opportunities denied to Indigenous children and youth; and the lack of adequate financial and other assistance to maintain and revitalize Indigenous cultures, traditions and languages in the face of continued threats.
Death of Bill C-262 a clear step backwards for reconciliation
Media Statement
June 20, 2019
Death of Bill C-262 a clear step backwards for reconciliation
Coast Salish Traditional Territory/Vancouver: The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) consisting of the executive members of the BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN), First Nations Summit (FNS) and Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) is deeply disappointed with the apparent death of Bill C-262, An Act to ensure that the laws of Canada are in harmony with the United Nations Declaration (the UN Declaration) on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Read moreConservative Senators’ Filibustering Threatens the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
FIRST NATIONS LEADERSHIP COUNCIL AND THE BC FEDERATION OF LABOUR
JOINT NEWS RELEASE
June 10, 2019
Conservative Senators’ Filibustering Threatens the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
(Coast Salish Territory/Vancouver) The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) and the BC Federation of Labour (BCFED) are deeply frustrated by recent attempts to filibuster and delay Bill C-262, An Act to ensure that the laws of Canada are in harmony with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Read moreOpen Letter: UBCIC Condemns the Reprehensible Persecution of Margot Pérez and All Forms of Violence and Intimidation Against Indigenous Peoples in El Salvador
May 10, 2019
Ms. Michelle Bachelet Jeria
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Palais Wilson
52 rue des Pâquis
CH-1201 Geneva, Switzerland
Via Email: [email protected]
Open Letter: UBCIC Condemns the Reprehensible Persecution of Margot Pérez and All Forms of Violence and Intimidation Against Indigenous Peoples in El Salvador
Dear Ms. Michelle Bachelet Jeria:
The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) stands in solidarity with the Indigenous Peoples of El Salvador who share with the First Nations of Canada a history of invasion, colonization, and cultural genocide. It is in this solidarity and the commitment to justice that UBCIC writes to you regarding the shameful persecution of Margot Pérez – a persecution that has resulted in the brutal murder of her brother-in-law and the continued reign of coercion and threats against Indigenous Peoples in El Salvador.
Read moreOPEN LETTER RE: Support for the Immediate Passing of Bill C-262
March 18, 2019
Senators of Canada
The Senate of Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A4
OPEN LETTER RE: Support for the Immediate Passing of Bill C-262
Dear Senators,
The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) is calling on each Senator of Canada to support the passage of Bill C-262, An Act to ensure that the laws of Canada are in harmony with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, without delay.
Read moreOPEN LETTER RE. Support for the Immediate Passing of Bill C-262
March 14, 2019
Senators of Canada
The Senate of Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A4
OPEN LETTER RE. Support for the Immediate Passing of Bill C-262
Dear Senators,
The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) is calling on each Senator of Canada to pass Bill C-262, An Act to ensure that the laws of Canada are in harmony with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, without delay.
Read moreHow the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples can be implemented in BC law, policy and practices
How the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples can be implemented in BC law, policy and practices — new report
(Coast Salish Territories/ Vancouver) A report released today outlines for the first time what implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples could and should look like in BC law, policy and practices; the BC government has explicitly committed to adopt and implement the UN Declaration.
Read moreStatement from Grand Chief Stewart Phillip on Human Rights Day
(Unceded Coast Salish Territory / Vancouver, B.C. – December 10, 2017) December 10 is the day 70 years ago in 1948 when the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights officially recognizing that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” In 2007 144 states voted in favour of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Declaration). The Harper Government was one of four states to vote against the UN Declaration. The Trudeau Government formally endorsed the UN Declaration in 2016.
Read moreLegislation on the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Coalition urges Canada to stand by commitment to implement UN Declaration
PUBLIC STATEMENT
5 December 2017
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is a consensus international human rights instrument elaborating standards for the survival, dignity, security and well-being of Indigenous peoples of the world. Today, MP Romeo Saganash’s private members bill on implementation of the UN Declaration, Bill C-262, will begin debate at second reading in Parliament.
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