Métis Nation–Saskatchewan Seeks Your Voice for Constitutional Reform

Revisit the Journey:

The Voice of the People Constitutional Reform has completed consultations in 2019, 2022, 2023 and now, 2024. Summarized reports and feedback from previous years can be found here: (2019, 2022, 2023, and 2024).

Constitutional Reform FAQ’s

Kwayaskastasowin – A Métis Judiciary Designed with Métis People:
Outlines a model for a proposed Métis judiciary system which draws on traditional practices, community knowledge, and cutting-edge thinking on restorative justice. The Métis Judiciary embraces Kwayaskastasowin—setting things right—and we want our laws to reflect this spirit.

Read the report now: Kwayaskastasowin – A Métis Judiciary Designed with Métis People

The Métis Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary. Explained by Marilyn Poitras

Watch for upcoming Consultation Sessions on the Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary Act

The draft Kwayaksastasowin Judiciary Act outlines the structure of the Judiciary based on the final report and outlines the authority and responsibilities of the Judicial Body. Drafting of this Act is ongoing based on consultations and feedback received to date. A copy of the current draft Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary Act is available here: MN–S Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary Act Side by Side

Legislation:

This table contains proposed amendments to existing legislation and new legislation to be tabled at the Fall 2024 MNLA.

Phase 2 constitutional reform and legislation development will continue in 2025 with continued work on the Locals and Regions Acts and the Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary Act, as well as the development of new legislation focused on self-government needs. The following are the legislative priorities that have been identified for development throughout 2025 and 2026:

Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary Act

Executive Act

Administration Act

Interpretation Act

Locals Act

Regions Act

Harvesting Act

Youth Act

Assets Act

Any questions about the CR process? Email info@metisvoice.ca.