Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada and Standing Buffalo Dakota First Nation
Today, Chief Rodger Redman of Standing Buffalo Dakota First Nation ("Standing Buffalo") and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced that the parties have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for Advancing Reconciliation that determines how the parties will work together on shared solutions to deliver results on community priorities.
A key goal of future discussions is to find a common ground for negotiating an agreement that reflects Standing Buffalo's reconciliation goals - one that builds upon the recognition of the distinct historical relationship between Standing Buffalo and the Crown. Through this process, Canada and Standing Buffalo Dakota First Nation wish to re-affirm and recognize our history of alliance and friendship. Under the Memorandum, the parties will also look at ways to recognize Standing Buffalo's contributions to Canada and their rightful place within the fabric of Canadian society, to improve community well-being and incorporate aspects of Standing Buffalo's traditional knowledge into the discussions.
The co-developed Memorandum of Understanding will help guide the parties as they move forward together to rebuild their nation-to-nation relationship based on the recognition of rights, mutual respect and true partnership. This collaborative work will be driven by the priorities that Standing Buffalo has identified to achieve a meaningful reconciliation with Canada and build a strong foundation for realizing their vision for self-determination.
This Memorandum of Understanding is the result of ongoing discussions and an example of how Canada is working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples on shared solutions that renew relationships, respect their inherent rights and promote reconciliation.
