Explanatory Papers

Here you will find information regarding the proposed legislative amendments to the Indian Act in response to the McIvor v. Canada decision, as well as related historical background and estimated demographic impacts to the Registered Indian and First Nation Membership populations.

What Information is Available?

• Explanatory Paper: Proposed Amendments to the Indian Act Affecting Indian Registration
• Estimates of Demographic Implications from McIvor v. Canada
• Issue Papers - Overview 
• Discussion Paper on Needed Changes to the Indian Act Affecting Indian Registration and Band Membership McIvor v. Canada