Claiming our Rights

Claiming Our Rights, 2026 is a practical legal guide for Indigenous Peoples navigating the provincial correctional system in Newfoundland and Labrador. Drawing on constitutional law, human rights legislation, the Correctional Services Act, and leading case law, it examines Indigenous rights relating to Gladue, access to culturally grounded programming, and legal remedies when those rights may be denied. Written for Indigenous Nations, organizations, legal professionals, and policymakers, this Guide explains explores complex legal questions while outlining practical options for asserting Indigenous rights in corrections.