Video Series: About FHRMIRA
This is a series of short videos that will clarify information about the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act.
Video 1 – We will look at why Canada enacted this Act, which was passed on June 19, 2013.
Why Enact the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interest or Rights Act
Video 2 – We will look at the first main part of The Act – Enactment of First Nation Laws – The First Nations Lawmaking Mechanism
The FHRMIRA Authorizes First Nations to Enact Their Own MRP Law for the Community
Video 3 – This video explains the rights of spouses or common-law partners upon breakdown of the relationship, according to the Provisional Federal Rules as outlined in the Act.
The Provisional Federal Rules and the Rights of Spouses and Common-Law Partners Upon Breakdown of the Relationship
Video 4 – We will look at how The Act defines the rights of a surviving spouse or common-law partner in the event of the death of their spouse or common-law partner, specifically as they apply to the family home on reserve.
The FHRMIRA and the Rights of a Surviving Spouse or Common-law partner Upon the Death of Their Spouse or Common-Law Partner
Video 5 – We will look at the methodology provided in the Provisional Federal Rules for dividing the value of matrimonial real property, in the event of a relationship breakdown, or the death of a spouse or common-law partner.
FHRMIRA and Valuation Provisions
Video 6 – We will look at the rights of First Nations spouses and common-law partners to use alternate methods for resolving disputes, as well as existing domestic contracts that may be considered in settling MRP issues. These rights apply when a First Nation is subject to the Provisional Federal Rules. Similar provisions could be included in the development of a First Nation’s own MRP Law.