Foundations of Canadian Law | Indigenous Peoples and the Law | Chapter 2
Welcome to our deep dive into the foundations of Canadian law, focusing on the term "Aboriginal people" and its significance in the legal landscape. In this video, we explore the three distinct groups of indigenous people in Canada, the importance of using appropriate terminology, and the historical and legal context of Aboriginal rights in Canada. We also delve into landmark case laws and the modern treaty-making process. 🔗 Resources & Further Reading: https://www.crackncaexams.com/collect... 🔗 Connect with me for more in-depth content, expert guidance, and resources, visit our website: https://www.crackncaexams.com/ 00:01) Introduction to the foundations of Canadian law and the term "Aboriginal people." (00:42) Distinction between Aboriginal rights and Minority Rights. (01:20) Significance of the Royal Proclamation of 1763. (01:47) Introduction to the Indian Act of 1876. (02:17) Implications of the Constitution Act of 1982 for Aboriginal and treaty rights. (03:32) Landmark case: R vs. Sparrow. (05:33) Introduction to the Van der Peet test. (06:10) Principle of the honor of the Crown. (06:42) Establishing Aboriginal title to land. (09:34) Indigenous self-government aspirations. (10:15) Modern treaty-making process in Canada. (13:01) Introduction to the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. (13:35) Establishment of residential schools. (14:03) Concept of reconciliation. (24:00) Introduction to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP). (27:25) Introduction to the act affirming the UNDRIP in Canadian law. (28:05) Discussion of Douglas Sanderson's article on redressing the right wrong. (30:24) Reference to the Court of Appeal of Quebec. (33:20) Case law: Chippewas of Thames First Nation vs. Enbridge Pipelines. (34:55) Case law: Clyde River (Hamlet) vs. Petroleum Geo-Services Incorporated. (37:04) Case law: Mikisew Cree First Nation vs. Canada. (53:24) Case law: Brown vs. Canada Attorney General and the 60s Scoop. (56:28) Case law: Resolute vs. Canada and the Robinson treaties. (58:07) Article by Christina Gray and Hayden King on treaty interpretation. (61:34) Conclusion and announcement of the next class topic.
