The University of Winnipeg Indigenous Identity Working Group has released the “What We Heard Report,” which discusses Indigenous identity fraud. The report outlines key findings and recommendations to guide UWinnipeg’s policy and procedures development, ensuring that opportunities intended for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples go to the appropriate individuals. The recommendations include emphasizing transparency while protecting privacy and confidentiality, adopting a comprehensive and flexible approach, and creating inclusive, non-discriminatory policies and procedures with consequences for fraudulent claims. “We understand that claiming an Indigenous community is only part of the consideration–that community must claim you back,” said UWinnipeg Associate Vice-President, Indigenous Engagement and working group Co-Chair Dr Chantal Fiola.
