M’Chigeeng Anishinabek Matrimonial Real Property Law

Press Release

WHEREAS M’Chigeeng Anishinabek is part of the Ojibwe Anishinabek, and the Three Fires Confederacy, who have resided in and occupied traditional lands since time immemorial;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek’ s status as an independent nation was affirmed by the Covenant Chain Wampum Belt of 1764;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek have historically been led by hereditary chiefs notably Chief Ogaa, Chief Niibaakhom and Chief Taibosegai, Chief Ogah was explained by Chief Wakegijig as a great chief of the Ojibwe and one who best understood the Indian Laws;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek have and continue to exercise an inherent right to govern ourselves and our presence on our lands;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek have certain reserve lands for the exclusive use and benefit of our band members;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek have adhered to a system of governance based upon our society’s concerns, beliefs, culture, customs, traditions, land and spirituality;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek have continuously exercised its authority and jurisdiction while endeavouring to strengthen self governance and cultural institutions;

WHEREAS     it is the custom and convention of the Council of M’Chigeeng Anishinabek to establish laws for the protection and preservation of our culture and way of life on our lands, and for the safety and integrity of our band members on our lands;

WHEREAS     M’Chigeeng Anishinabek are a part of the Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management, and plans to enact the M’Chigeeng First Nation Land Management Code;

WHEREAS M’Chigeeng Anishinabek does not wish to be subject to the Family

Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act

(Canada);

WHEREAS     provincial laws respecting real property do not apply to M’Chigeeng Anishinabek reserve lands;

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