09/27/2026
The Métis National Council (MNC) is calling for an urgent nation-to-nation meeting between Canada and recognized Métis governments to discuss Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, and its implications on Métis rights and interests.
Earlier this year, MNC, together with the federally recognized Métis governments comprising its Governing Members, responded to Canada’s request for input on two related discussion papers. However, the resulting magnitude of Bill C-39, which establishes a statutory regime that will very likely facilitate adverse impacts on the constitutionally protected rights of Métis communities, most certainly requires the Government of Canada to meaningfully engage beyond a request for written submissions. Co-development of the elements that are most likely to impact Métis rights is required.
To read the full statement, visit our website https://www.metisnation.ca/building-canada-strong-must-include-the-metis-nation/
