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In reply to the discussion: Greenland: the B word [View all]

dweller

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3. Are the Inuit a protected class of people ?
Sun Jan 18, 2026, 05:50 PM
Sunday

Why yes , they are …

per google

Yes, Inuit people are a distinct Indigenous group recognized and protected under various human rights laws and agreements, particularly in Canada and Greenland, with specific rights to their lands, culture, and self-governance, and are covered under broader anti-discrimination laws based on race, ancestry, and Indigenous identity. They are considered a unique people, not just a minority, with constitutionally protected rights, especially in areas where they form the majority population, like Greenland.

Treat rights : Major land claims agreements (like the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement) grant Inuit significant control over lands, resources, and self-governance in their traditional territories (Inuit Nunangat).

Self determination : Legal recognition supports Inuit efforts to manage their own affairs, lands, and resources, ensuring their worldview influences development in their regions


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