The Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (Canada)

The Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (RCAP) was established in Canada in 1991 to investigate the relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian government. It aimed to address historical injustices, land rights, and self-governance. The commission consulted with Indigenous communities across the country and produced a comprehensive report in 1996, outlining recommendations for reconciliation, including improving education, health, and governance for Indigenous peoples. RCAP emphasized the importance of acknowledging past wrongs and working towards a more respectful and equitable future between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians.