Canada's Citizenship Oath, Before And After Changes To Include Indigenous Rights

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 28 May, 2019 06:56 PM

OTTAWA — Canada's citizenship oath as it stands today:

After a proposed change to recognize Indigenous rights:

"I swear (or affirm) that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada, her heirs and successors, and that I will faithfully observe the laws of Canada, including the Constitution, which recognizes and affirms the Aboriginal and treaty rights of First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples, and fulfil my duties as a Canadian citizen."

Prev Next

MORE National ARTICLES

Decision Day In Alberta: Voters Head To Polls In Provincial Election

EDMONTON — Voters are heading to the polls in the Alberta election today and advance turnouts suggest it could be busy at the ballot boxes.

Decision Day In Alberta: Voters Head To Polls In Provincial Election

Toronto archbishop laments fire ravaging Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

TORONTO — The Archbishop of Toronto said Monday the fire that heavily damaged Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is a tragic event that has touched people everywhere.

Toronto archbishop laments fire ravaging Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

Notre Dame Fire Highlights Importance Of Detailed Documentation For Rebuilding

The fire that swept through Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on Monday is a reminder that having proper plans and documentation of valued Canadian heritage buildings is crucial.

Notre Dame Fire Highlights Importance Of Detailed Documentation For Rebuilding

Court Orders Lobbying Czar To Take New Look At Aga Khan'S Vacation Gift To PM

OTTAWA — The Federal Court has ordered the lobbying commissioner to take another look at whether the Aga Khan broke the rules by giving Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a vacation in the Bahamas.

Court Orders Lobbying Czar To Take New Look At Aga Khan'S Vacation Gift To PM

Community Concerns Prompt B.C. Government To Add Month To Caribou Consultations

"This is clearly an issue that has enraged some people and has inflamed passions," said Premier John Horgan in Dawson Creek, a small city in northeastern B.C. that is in the heart of caribou country.

Community Concerns Prompt B.C. Government To Add Month To Caribou Consultations

Use Of Roadside Saliva Tests For Cannabis Impairment Remain In Question

Michelle Gray says she's afraid to get behind the wheel again after having her licence suspended for failing a cannabis saliva test in Nova Scotia, even though she passed a police administered sobriety test the same night.