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Indigenous people live in a unique legal environment. Almost every area of the law, from consumer law to family law, is affected by Indigenous legal issues. Some of the most important issues for Indigenous people are Indigenous rights, treaty rights, the government’s duties toward Indigenous people, the Indian Act (the legislation that governs...

Indigenous people have unique tax considerations relating to property and income. According to the Indian Act, personal property on reserve is tax-free (exempt from taxation). (See section 87.) To check if your location applies, go to the web page “ Determine whether you live on Indigenous government lands.” If your mailing address or PO Box is not...

Income assistance, also known as welfare or social assistance, is money and other benefits for people who need financial help. There are different requirements to qualify for a certain kind of benefit. On reserve Income assistance for people living on reserve comes from the Government of Canada through Indigenous Services Canada. Aboriginal Legal...