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First Nations are ‘ready’ to move beyond the Indian Act, but time’s running out, says author Bob Joseph

In his book, 21 Things You Need to Know About Indigenous Self-Government, Bob Joseph breaks down many assumptions about the Indian Act and easily relating how this alternative can be used to circumvent this antiquated legislation.

Author Bob Joseph, a Status Indian, feels Indigenous Peoples would thrive if there were more self-government agreements with Canada's over 600 First Nations. "We are totally ready. We just need to take that action," he told The Hill Times.Photograph by Nathan Smith

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BY CHRISTINA LEADLAY

December 8, 2025

Bob Joseph is in a hurry.

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