Annex B

Publicly available UN Declaration and UN Declaration Act resources

Publicly available UN Declaration and UN Declaration Act resources
Resource Format Description Source
How UNDRIP Changes Canada’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples Video Discusses how international law, domestic constitutional law and Indigenous law can support full implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP or UN Declaration) in Canada. In this video, the contributors provide an overview of how the relationship between Indigenous Peoples and the Canadian government has changed since first contact. Centre for International Governance Innovation
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Website Website Policy areas, initiatives and committees promoting UNDRIP. Assembly of First Nations
Standoff: Why Reconciliation Fails Indigenous People and How to Fix It Book Indigenous rights, historical and social forces that underpin the development of Indigenous law; systemic racism, treaty rights, violence against Indigenous people, Métis identity, UNDRIP and the duty to consult. Bruce McIvor
Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the UN Declaration Act Video (Panel discussion with Indigenous partners) Panel discussion with First Nations, Inuit and Métis experts as well as senior federal government officials: provides an overview of both UN Declaration and the UN Declaration Act with a focus on their role in providing a framework for reconciliation. Department of Justice Canada in partnership with the CSPS
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples explained Video This short video outlines the history and the contents of the UN Declaration. Department of Justice Canada
Voices on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Short video Developed by First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth from across Canada who participated in the language of their choice, this video promotes their perspectives on the UN Declaration. Department of Justice Canada
What we learned to date report on the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (March 20, 2023) Federal government Report Overview of the significant number of priorities and proposed measures shared by Indigenous peoples, to date and summarized by Justice Canada, in the context of developing a federal Action Plan to achieve the objectives of the UN Declaration. It is intended to provide an accurate reflection of what we heard, rather than present an analysis or assessment of the concerns and priorities raised. Department of Justice Canada
Home on Native Land Training – segment 8: UNDRIP: A Declaration of Interdependence On-line self-directed course Includes 10 video conversations with host Ryan McMahon and leading First Nations thinkers, artists, and legal experts, and includes 10 lessons laying out the fundamentals of Treaty rights, the Indian Act, constitutional rights, and environmental rights and Indigenous stewardship.
The eighth installment of the learning series explores UNDRIP with the help of co-host Chief Judy Wilson of the Neskonlith Indian Band.		 Home on Native Land
NCTR Lunch and Learn Day 4: Indigenous Peoples’ rights and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Video National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) Lunch and Learn discussion on Indigenous Peoples’ rights and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Hosted by Kaila Johnston with special guest Brenda Gunn. National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Learning First Peoples Classroom Resources – First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) Resource Guides Teacher resources to support elementary and high school English Language Arts, Science Social Studies and Mathematics courses. The resources reflect the First Peoples Principles of Learning as well as the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including the call to “integrate Indigenous Knowledge and teaching methods into classrooms” and “build student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy and mutual respect.” First Nations Education Steering Committee
Ełet’ànıt̀s’eɂah: Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples | Hotıì Ts’eeda Website with documents and videos Learn more about UNDRIP, Hotıì ts’eeda’s Ełet’ànıt̀ s’eɂah initiative, the history of UNDRIP, and examples of how UNDRIP is already being implemented in the North West Territories. Hotıì ts’eeda is a research support unit hosted by the Tłı̨chǫ Government, and governed primarily by Northwest Territories (NWT) Indigenous Governments. Hotıì ts’eeda – Northwest Territories SPOR Support Unit
Braiding Legal Orders: Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples – Centre for International Governance Innovation Book These essays engage with the legal, historical, political and practical aspects of UNDRIP implementation. Written by Indigenous legal scholars and policy leaders, and guided by the metaphor of braiding international, domestic, and Indigenous laws into a strong, unified whole composed of distinct parts, the book makes visible the possibilities for reconciliation from different angles and under different lenses. Centre for International Governance Innovation; Oonagh E. Fitzgerald, John Borrows, Larry Chartrand, Risa Schwartz
Resources — Realizing UNDRIP Website with videos and Documents Realizing UNDRIP educates non-Indigenous people working in government and in the private and not-for-profit sectors to work together in a good way with Indigenous peoples, organizations and communities. Includes A Land Back Story video on implementation example of UNDRIP. Fraser Basin Council
Stories: The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Website article with links to reference documents Website resources Canadian Museum for Human Rights
UNDRIP Act and resources Webpage with links to official documents and children’s educational resources Additional UNDRIP educational resources include: UNDRIP Crosswords, Youth Activity book, Children’s coloring book, Children’s story book to educate and engage children with UNDRIP. Union Of Ontario Indians (for Anishinabek Nation)
UNDRIP Videos Videos UN Declaration materials; history of the Mikmaq influence in UNDRIP. Eskasoni First Nation and Mawio’mi
Sheryl Lightfoot: UNDRIP and Human Rights Tribunals Podcast Indigenous Human Rights podcast – Dr. Lightfoot discusses UNDRIP and its implementation in Canada. Dr. Lightfoot explains what UNDRIP is, how Canada is implementing this international instrument, and how UNDRIP interacts with the human rights tribunal system in Canada. Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Pro Bono Students Canada
Your Rights: The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples – Southern Chiefs’ Organization Inc. Webpage Materials on Implementing UNDRIP, training modules on Indigenous Peoples’ issues. Southern Chiefs Organization Inc.
Understanding Indigenous Fisheries with Rosalie Francis Video The Fisheries Podcast: Rosalie Francis, a Mi’kmaw lawyer who specializes in Indigenous issues including fisheries. Listen discussions about the 2020 Lobster Dispute on the eastern coasts of Canada, Aboriginal and Treaty Rights, Indigenous capacity to self-govern, and how UNDRIP affects communities, Nations, and Peoples.
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People | Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak Website Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LFMO) initiatives related to UN Declaration Act implementation, including educational communiqués, infographics, and fact sheets. Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak
International Resources
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Website Historical Overview, Statements and Media, High-level Commemorations, Other commemorative Events, UNDRIP in languages, FAQs, Videos. United Nations
E-learning tool on the rights of Indigenous Peoples E-learning tool on a webpage Through this online learning tool, participants will increase their knowledge and understanding of the rights of indigenous peoples, as recognized in UNDRIP and in other international instruments. Learn how to cooperate with the UN’s Human Rights and other Mechanisms to advocate for the rights of indigenous peoples. United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner
Training materials | United Nations For Indigenous Peoples Handbooks and training materials Materials on Implementing UNDRIP, training modules on Indigenous Peoples’ issues. United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) | Indigenous Peoples | FAO Informational Website and video about FPIC Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations manual on FPIC and animated video. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Training Module for Government Agencies. Facilitator’s Handbook – The Implementation Project Handbook available for downloading from a website Facilitator handbook for a training module on UNDRIP, conceived to support the mainstreaming of indigenous peoples’ rights and issues in strategic planning processes, in all phases of development programming, from conceptualization to implementation through evaluation. Prepared by the Secretariat of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. Native American Rights Fund, and Univ. of Colorado Law School
International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs Website with international resources The International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA) is a non-governmental human rights organization dedicated to promoting and defending Indigenous Peoples’ rights. See webpage on Indigenous peoples in Canada. International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs
Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Website with links to international resources Materials on implementation of UNDRIP, including creation of an implementing and monitoring body for UNDRIP, enabling participation of Indigenous governments at the UN, and protecting Native women. On website of an American non-profit law and advocacy organization established and directed by American Indians. Indian Law Resource Center
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Website with downloadable Inuit specific resources Website with information on the UNDA and the UNDA Action Plan with downloadable Inuit specific resources developed for Inuit women, girls and gender diverse individuals. Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada
Other Indigenous Learning
It’s Our Time: the AFN Education Tool Kit Documents available on webpage Educational materials: includes units on Impacts of Contact, Treaties, Indian Act, Residential Schools, and Cultural Competency. Assembly of First Nations
Unsettling Canada: A National Wake-up Call Book It’s Our Time: the Assembly of First Nations Education Tool Kit – includes units on Impacts of Contact, Treaties, Indian Act, Residential Schools, and Cultural Competency. Arthur Manuel & Grand Chief Ronald Derrickson
The truth is hard. Reconciliation is harder. Video Senator (and former Justice) Murray Sinclair; speaks on the racist beliefs upon first contact, the Treaty of Niagara, the Royal Proclamation of 1763, the promises enclosed within these agreements, and how best to implement the TRC’s recommendations. Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (BC Office)
Treaties, Reconciliation and Indigenous History in Canada Video Indigenous history, treaties, truth and reconciliation, Canadian history. CBC
Reimagining Canada as Inter-National: Understanding First Nations-Provincial Relationships Article (PDF) This paper analyzes Indigenous-provincial relations using examples of First Nations and provincial governments in New Brunswick and British Columbia. Centre of Excellence on the Canadian Federation
Congress of Aboriginal Peoples Website Online toolkits (PDFs available) Reconciliation toolkit for Business Leaders, Tools for Social Innovation, Family Violence Prevention toolkit, Gender Equity toolkit, Violence Prevention Resource. Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
Reconciliation Dialogue Toolkits – Reconciliation Canada Online toolkits (PDFs available) Reconciliation Dialogue Workshop guides. Reconciliation Canada
Reconciliation Toolkit for Business Leader PDF document This toolkit aims to assist small and medium-sized businesses in advancing reconciliation. It provides practical steps for integrating reconciliation into business practices, planning, and policies. The tool kit includes educational materials, templates, planning tips, and directories for additional support. Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
Learning First Peoples Classroom Resources – First Nations Education Steering Committee Resource Guides Teacher resources to support elementary and high school English Language Arts, Science Social Studies and Mathematics courses. The resources reflect the First Peoples Principles of Learning as well as the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including the call to “integrate Indigenous Knowledge and teaching methods into classrooms” and “build student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy and mutual respect.” First Nations Education Steering Committee
KAIROS Blanket Exercise Experiential exercise KAIROS Blanket Exercise is an experiential teaching tool that explores the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in the land we now know as Canada. KAIROS Blanket Exercise
Restoring the Circle On-line self-directed learning program Native Women’s Association of Canada’s e-learning program on providing trauma-informed, culturally safe, and intersectional services for, to, and with 2SLGBTQ+ Indigenous people with lived experience of gender-based violence. Native Women’s Association of Canada
Walking our Truth Together Online self-directed course Walking Our Truth Together is a ten-module online education program created for members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada union to help support the pursuit of justice and reconciliation. This course was inspired in part by several Calls to Action from the TRC, which urge governments and organizations to provide education on the history of Indigenous peoples. Modules include the history and legacy of residential schools, the UN Declaration, Treaties and Indigenous rights, Indigenous law, and Indigenous–Crown relations. The Public Service Alliance of Canada National Indigenous People’s Circle
Dehlà Got’įne Self-Government Website Plain language tools for self-government. Dehlà Got’įne Self-Government
Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres (OFIFC) Indigenous Cultural Competency Training Training Courses Indigenous Cultural Competency Training: “The OFIFC’s Indigenous Cultural Competency Training program enables participants to build skills, knowledge, attitudes and values essential to fostering positive and productive relationships with Indigenous people.” Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres
Modern Treaties in Canada Self-Directed online courses Free online modern treaty courses, including Modern Treaties in Canada, Modern Treaties and Land, Modern Treaty Governments, and Modern Treaties and the Environment, Engagement with Indigenous Modern Treaty holders. Land Claims Agreements Coalition
Peace & Friendship Treaties Webpage with fact sheets, videos, and podcast episodes Peace and Friendship Treaties history and facts, treaty podcast episodes and videos about Mi’kmaq culture. L’Nuey
Land Claims and Aboriginal Title Definitions Videos Aboriginal Title Claims and Land Claims Overview and Q&A with Chief Patricia Bernard: resolving of Madawaska Maliseet First Nation Aboriginal Title Claim. Joint Economic Development Initiative
NCTR Teaching Resources Webpage with documents, and links to videos Indian Residential School Path Foward project. National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Let’s Talk Treaties Videos and Webinars, and documents Honoring the importance of Treaties and the Treaty Relationship in Canada videos; and Let’s Talk Treaties documents explaining treaties Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba
Indigenous Human Rights Podcasts Indigenous Human Rights podcast – available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify; includes podcasts focused on tribunals, a podcast on UN Declaration and human rights tribunals, and specific cases involving Indigenous peoples Pro Bono Students Canada
Understanding the Yukon Umbrella Final Agreement PDF Document Explains Yukon Umbrella Final Agreement – a Land Claims Settlement Information Package. Council of Yukon First Nations
Mapping the Way Webpage with documents, videos, podcasts and exhibits Mapping the Way – public education materials about significance of Yukon Self govt agreement. Yukon First Nation Self-Government