Interpretation of Treaties in Canadian Law
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What is the significance of constitutional protection for modern treaties in Canada?

  • It limits the impact of modern treaties on regional economies.
  • It ensures that modern treaties take precedence over other laws and policies. (correct)
  • It guarantees that modern treaties will always align with federal government priorities.
  • It allows the provincial Crown to have authority over modern treaties.
  • How do modern treaties reflect the differences between treaty holders?

  • By being unique in their geographic, cultural, and other differences. (correct)
  • By managing their environmental priorities in the same way.
  • By negotiating with the provincial Crown only.
  • By prioritizing federal government involvement over Indigenous peoples.
  • Who are the parties involved in negotiating modern treaties in Canada?

  • Federal government, Indigenous peoples, and provincial Crown or territorial government (correct)
  • Provincial Crown, territorial government, and Indigenous peoples
  • Indigenous peoples, federal government, and municipal governments
  • Indigenous peoples, municipal governments, and federal government
  • What impact do modern treaties have on Indigenous governments and regional economies?

    <p>They enable Indigenous governments to become partners with other governments and industry, positively impacting regional economies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Supreme Court of Canada, how should courts interpret treaties?

    <p>Liberally and in favor of Indigenous groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal status of modern treaties?

    <p>They are lists of constitutionally protected rights and obligations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do Canada's modern treaties differ from region to region?

    <p>Because each signatory is a distinct people with unique cultural, political, and economic priorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In R v Badger (1996), what did the Supreme Court hold should be considered in interpreting the treaty?

    <p>Oral promises made at the time of the treaty signing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Supreme Court, what are two tests for determining whether section 35 protects rights?

    <p>Integral to distinctive culture and existing rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do modern treaties represent for Indigenous groups in Canada?

    <p>An agreement terms appropriate to their specific situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What have First Nations & Inuit peoples been practicing for thousands of years according to the text?

    <p>Environmental protection, regulation, and assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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