Canada Settles Agricultural Benefits Specific Claims with Nine First Nations under Treaties 5, 6, and 10
On June 27, 2023, the Government of Canada announced the settlement of nine specific claims with First Nations under Treaties 5, 6, and 10 in Alberta and Saskatchewan. The specific claims relate to the federal government’s failure to provide agricultural benefits to First Nations as promised in the treaties.
Background:
Treaties 5, 6, and 10 were signed between the Crown and various First Nations in the late 1800s. These treaties contained provisions that promised agricultural support to First Nations, including land, tools, and training. However, the federal government failed to fully implement these provisions, resulting in specific claims being filed by First Nations.
Settlement Details:
The settlement includes a total of $189.5 million in compensation to the nine First Nations:
- Alexander First Nation: $33.5 million
- Beaver Lake Cree Nation: $19.5 million
- Cold Lake First Nations: $22.5 million
- Heart Lake First Nation: $19.5 million
- Kehewin Cree Nation: $22.5 million
- Onion Lake Cree Nation: $27 million
- Saddle Lake Cree Nation: $22.5 million
- Saulteaux First Nation: $19.5 million
- Whitefish Lake First Nation: $22.5 million
In addition to the monetary compensation, the settlement also includes non-monetary measures, such as letters of apology from the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and commitments to collaborate on future agricultural initiatives.
Significance:
The settlement is a significant step towards addressing the historical grievances of First Nations under Treaties 5, 6, and 10. It provides financial compensation for the past failure of the federal government to fulfill its treaty obligations. The non-monetary measures also acknowledge the importance of agriculture to First Nations and establish a foundation for future cooperation.
Ongoing Negotiations:
While the settlement with these nine First Nations represents progress, there are still many other specific claims related to agricultural benefits that are ongoing. The federal government continues to negotiate with First Nations to resolve these claims and fulfill its treaty obligations.
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