Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Indian Act
Know Your Rights
Criminal Law
Child Protection
Fair Decision Making
Legacies of colonization, including residential schools and broken Treaty promises, have meant that Indigenous people face a higher likelihood of encountering the criminal justice system, whether as an accused or victim of a crime. In this section we answer questions about some things in the criminal justice system that may be especially relevant for Indigenous people encountering the system. Other relevant materials are included throughout other sections.
What is the Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls?
Find out about the Inquiry and get links to programs created to help families and communities.
Does My Community Have Jurisdiction Over Criminal Law?
We explain who can make something a crime.
What is Restorative Justice?
We describe this concept as it is used in the criminal justice system.
Can I Rely on Indigenous Law in Court?
Courts are learning to recognize and in some cases apply Indigenous law.
