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An Indigenous infrastructure institution will help First Nations create sustainable, safe infrastructure to support the growing needs of their communities.
Healthy, vibrant communities need consistent access to energy, sanitation and clean water, as well as reliable transportation and communication. Governments invest in infrastructure to create lasting economic, social and environmental benefits for its citizens. In turn, citizens contribute to the growth, progress and innovation of their communities. Many First Nation communities are built with substandard, and in some cases, non-existent infrastructure. The lack of basic needs, at worst, puts the health and safety of the community at risk. At best, COMPLETE STORY
Defining a First Nations fiscal relationship with the Crown
Federal Minister of Justice: “We all need to continue to be strong proponents of change” The FNTC has long championed the notion that a new fiscal relationship for First Nations should be built on a foundation of clear government powers and authorities that are not financed by transfers, but are instead financed by a core of clear revenue authorities. On October 13, 2017, as part of regional engagements lead by a member of the AFN Chief’s Committee on Fiscal Relations, COMPLETE STORY
FMA First Nations and Institutions mark 10 years of progress
July 2017 marks the FMA institutions’ 10th year of operations for the First Nations Fiscal Management Act (FMA). The First Nations led FMA has been instrumental in establishing jurisdiction and creating new fiscal resources for First Nations. It has helped redefine the relationship between First Nations and other governments. The Act enables First Nations to participate more fully in the Canadian economy, become less dependent on government services and improve local economies through increased employment and business development. The First COMPLETE STORY
First Nations Summit Chiefs-in-Assembly support a jurisdiction-based fiscal relationship for First Nations and the Crown
On June 7, 2017, First Nations in BC participated in a province-wide strategic dialogue session on defining a new fiscal relationship for First Nations and the Crown. Discussion focused on the principles of a new fiscal relationship that could support stable self-government. First Nations Summit (FNS) Chiefs-in-Assembly discussed supporting and advancing the principles with the Assembly of First Nations through a resolution. A First Nations-Crown fiscal relationship determines many things for First Nations, including jurisdiction over taxation, the ability to COMPLETE STORY