The federal government has announced financial  support to the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) for a project that aims to revitalize Indigenous laws across First Nation communities.

This is a response to resolutions passed by the FSIN Chiefs-in-Assembly that mandate the establishment of a First Nations justice system to strengthen individuals, families, and communities through the restoration of traditional Indigenous justice.

The project will include interviews with knowledge keepers and Elders across First Nation communities in Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan to gain greater insight into Indigenous laws, practices and processes.
The Department of Justice is providing funding for $489,486 over three years.

The government says the support aligns with the Government of Canada’s response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 50 which calls upon the federal government to collaborate with Indigenous organizations to fund Indigenous law institutes for the development, use and understanding of Indigenous laws and access to justice in accordance with the unique cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada.