Constitutional Reform
Why is constitutional reform happening?
In 2019, the Métis Nation Legislative Assembly directed MN-S to start a process of constitutional reform, to update the Constitution to support MN-S’s ongoing journey to self-government and self-determination. The Constitution was written in 1993 and last amended in 2008. To support the continuing path towards self-government for MN-S, it is important that the Constitution be reviewed and amended.
Métis Nation–Saskatchewan Seeks Your Voice for Constitutional Reform
The Voice of the People (VOP) Constitutional Reform process is how Métis Citizens are shaping the future of self-government in Saskatchewan. Through years of consultations, drafting, and community driven dialogue, we are building a Constitution and legislation rooted in Métis language, values and vision.
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, 2024)
Kwayaskastasowin – A Métis Judiciary Designed with Métis People
Help Shape the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary
The Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN-S) was mandated by the Métis Nation Legislative Assembly (MNLA) in 2019 to create a justice system model rooted in Métis traditions and community involvement. Creating a strong and culturally grounded judiciary that reflects the values, traditions, and needs of the Métis people is vital step to MN-S’s path to self-government. A Métis-led judiciary will help resolve disputes fairly, restore relationships, and reflect our laws and traditions.
Through meaningful community consultations in 2022-2023, a clear message emerged calling for a justice system that is inclusive and respects Métis traditions. This led to the proposal of the KwayaskastasowinJudiciary. Kwayaskastasowin (Cree) means “working toward setting things right—restoring situation, people, and relationships onto a good path”. This is kwaayesh ashtaayaahk in Heritage Michif and in Dënë, Ëła nıdeł Ëła Ëghëdëleda há (Dënë) – meaning “gathering to work together”. Outlines a model for a proposed Métis judiciary system which draws on traditional practices, community knowledge, and cutting-edge thinking on restorative justice. The proposed Métis judiciary system draws on traditional practices, community knowledge, and cutting-edge thinking on 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
This report 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.
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.
MN–S Kwayaskastasowin Judiciary Act Side by Side
MN-S is seeking citizen input to help shape how this judiciary is structured. Your feedback and ideas will help ensure that the Judiciary reflects the values, voices, and visions of our Métis.
A survey will be available here soon. Want to give us feedback now? Email us at info@metisvoice.ca