Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) continues to renew the nation-to-nation, Inuit-Crown, government-to-government relationship between Canada and First Nations, Inuit and Métis; modernize Government of Canada structures to enable Indigenous peoples to build capacity and support their vision of self-determination; and lead the Government of Canada's work in the North.
Transformation
In August 2017, the Prime Minister announced the dissolution of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) and the creation of two new departments: Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada. This transformation will take time and includes engagement with Indigenous peoples and others. This page will be updated as a result of structural changes to the departments. Until then if you cannot find what you are searching for from this webpage, please visit the former INAC website.
Services and information
Indian status
Apply for Indian status and a status card. Learn more about ending sex-based inequities in Indian registration.
Indigenous peoples and communities
earn about Canada's three distinct Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) and discover learning and historical resources such as Kids' Stop, First Nations in Canada and treaty texts.
Treaties, agreements and negotiations
Learn about historic and modern treaties in Canada, ongoing negotiations, self-government and new ways of working together.
Northern Affairs and Arctic Policy Framework
Find out about the new Arctic Policy Framework, Shared Arctic Leadership Model, devolution in Nunavut, improvements to Nutrition North Canada and climate change adaptation programs.
Exploring new ways of working together
Learn how Canada is moving forward with Indigenous partners on different paths toward reconciliation such as Recognition of Rights discussion tables.
New permanent bilateral mechanisms
Learn about the new permanent bilateral mechanisms established by the Government of Canada with First Nations, Inuit and Métis leaders to identify joint priorities, co-develop policy and monitor progress.
New agreements since 2016
Find a list of agreements signed since 2016 including the new bilateral mechanisms, treaties and self-government agreements.
Consultation, engagement and the duty to consult
Participate in ongoing engagements, learn what was heard in recently-held engagements and find out about the duty to consult.
National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Learn how the Government of Canada launched an independent national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Learn about the impact of the residential school system, the experiences of former students and the 94 calls to action made by the commission in its final report.
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Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations
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Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade
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