A new study on Native Affairs says many first nations
would like to see a form of self-governance.
The Public Policy Report studies ways to generate
economic development in native communities.
Author Gordon Shanks says the Indian Act stifles economic
growth and creates a dependent society.
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Shanks suggests provincial and federal programs should
streamlined, and those programs should have the ability to
support native business.
The report was based upon interviews with first nation
members and representatives from business.
