Aboriginal self-government : what does it mean?

Type

Book

Authors

David C. Hawkes ( Hawkes, David C. )

Tags

Indigenous self-government -- Canada, Indigenous self-government, Indigenous Peoples -- Canada -- Politics and Government

Abstract

"Aboriginal self-government has become the central focus of recent discussions on constitutional aboriginal matters. Proposals for self-government advanced by aboriginal peoples vary substantially, as do expectations of the aboriginal organizations and governments at the negotiating table. The absence of a clear definition of self-government has hampered these negotiations, as has the assumption that a single model can be applied to all aboriginal groups. In an attempt to clarify the meaning and purpose of aboriginal self-government, several models are developed which could meet the aspirations and needs of different aboriginal peoples. The political process for negotiation and the legal instruments for establishing aboriginal self-governments are also examined, with some concluding observations made on the future of constitutional reform in this area."--page xiii.

Description

xiii, 99 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.

Biblio Notes

Language Note:
Abstract in French and English.

Includes bibliographical references.

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