Thank you, Mr. Speaker. It's our view that the wording within the northern accord as it is now, which the GNWT is proposing, gives the assurance to the aboriginal groups that it is our legal opinion that nothing in the northern accord prejudices or limits the power and the ability of aboriginal governments or other governments to negotiate subject matters contained within the northern accord at a future date. There may be one or two solitary legal opinions on the other side that do not agree at this time, but it's our view that the wording is generous and broad and provides that assurance, and we believe in that categorically. Thank you.
Stephen Kakfwi on Question 504-12(7): GNWT's Position On Inherent Self-government For Aboriginal People
In the Legislative Assembly on June 6th, 1995. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 504-12(7): GNWT's Position On Inherent Self-government For Aboriginal People
Question 504-12(7): GNWT's Position On Inherent Self-government For Aboriginal People
Item 6: Oral Questions
June 5th, 1995
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