Kahnawà:ke Community Decision Making Process


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Language Law
Synopsis: This Law was enacted by MCR #65/1999-2000 on December 20, 1999. This is a law respecting the revision and restoration the Kanien’kéha language as the primary language of communication, education, ceremony, government and business within the Territory.
Type: 1 - Empowerment
Origin: Kahnawà:ke
Status: In Force
Enacted by MCR # 65/1999-2000
Revision Date: March 2012
Priority: Medium
Next Steps:

Intergovernmental: n/a

Internal Governance: n/a

Social/Economic: n/a

Legislative: Amendments performed and enacted March 26, 2007, However, still requires a full review.

Administrative/Implementation: Review and revise implementation time line and translation requirement.

Other (Please provide details): n/a

Last Amended: n/a
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