Is Metis nation a distinct nation in canada? and How?
Can I please get websites that I can look at? I saw so many but it is so much information and each website has different facts.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%A9tis_in_Canada is a good place to start. Metis have no legal distinction in Canada, to answer your question. Metis in Canada include anyone who self-identifies as Metis.
So they aren't a distinct nation in Canada? That's what I've been finding. Like they have rights in Canada (Aboriginal rights under constitution act). So wouldn't that make them a nation in Canada?
They have rights under the Aboriginal Act, but not a nation. There is no government unit in Canada which controls, rules over them, or a "nation" in the legal sense. Come back later, I have asked a couple of our Canadian tutors to weigh in on this.
Ohh I see what you are trying to say. And thank you so much, that truly means a lot :)
Here are some articles:
Indigenous self-government in Canada
It is the formal structure through which Indigenous communities may control the administration of their people, land, resources and related programs and policies, through agreements with federal and provincial governments.
Ref: https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/aboriginal-self-government/
This also means that while they have control over administration of their own affairs, the word "nation" does not infer political independence.
Métis people are difficult to define or identify because of the numerous generations of inter-marriage with other groups.
This causes a problem for the Canadian government in providing resources or negotiation with a defined group of people.
Métis are widely spread out over Canada, causing difficulties in land claims, if any is possible at all.
Ref. https://www.fraserinstitute.org/article/metis-self-government-in-canada-is-a-non-starter
Métis do not yet have a constitution.
Ref: http://www.metisnation.ca/index.php/who-are-the-metis/metis-constitution
Who are aboriginal people:
Aboriginal refers to First Nations, Métis and Inuits who first lived in an area before Europeans arrived there.
For more detailed information, read:
Ref: https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1303147522487/1303147669999
From another tutor.
Thank you so much. Now I'm understanding how they're not a nation. I've looked at 2 of the websites that you've put. Thank you for the article, it's helping a lot
Yes, the Métis Nation is a distinct nation in Canada. The Métis people are an Indigenous group in Canada with their own unique culture, history, and language. They trace their ancestry back to the mixing of Indigenous peoples and European settlers, primarily French and Scottish.
To find reliable and accurate information about the Métis Nation, you can consider visiting the following websites:
1. Métis National Council: The official website of the Métis National Council provides information about their history, culture, governance, and initiatives. (Website: https://www.metisnation.ca/)
2. Métis Nation of Ontario: This website focuses on the Métis Nation of Ontario and provides detailed information about their governance, programs, services, and events. (Website: https://www.metisnation.org/)
3. Métis Nation British Columbia: If you want to learn about the Métis Nation in British Columbia, this website provides information about their history, culture, rights, and events. (Website: https://www.mnbc.ca/)
4. Métis Nation Saskatchewan: This website offers information about the Métis Nation in Saskatchewan, including their history, culture, governance, and programs. (Website: https://www.metisnationsk.com/)
It's important to note that while these websites are reputable sources, it's always a good idea to cross-reference information and consult multiple sources to get a well-rounded understanding of the topic.