Implementation Plan for the Sahtu Dene and Metis Comprehensive ...

1.2 Nothing in the Plan is to be considered an amendment to, modification of, or derogation from theSahtu Dene and Metis agreement.1.3 Where there is any inconsistency or conflict between the Plan and the Sahtu Dene and Metisagreement, the Sahtu Dene and Metis agreement shall prevail to the extent of the inconsistency orconflict.1.4 The Plan is not a treaty or a Land Claim Agreement pursuant to Section 35 of the Constitution Act1982.1.5 The Plan is based upon the existing division of responsibilities between the federal and territorialgovernments. To the extent that federal jurisdiction, powers or programs are transferred to theGovernment of the Northwest Territories the activities performed by the Government of theNorthwest Territories pursuant to the Plan and costs associated with such activities shall bereviewed by the federal and territorial governments.1.6 The financial payments described herein are subject to appropriation by Parliament.2. Contents of the Plan2.1 The Plan includes the following documents attached hereto:-Activity Sheets for the implementation of the Sahtu Dene and Metis agreement (Annex A)- Financial Payments (Annex B)- Communication and Information Strategy (Annex C)- Implementation Committee (Annex D)3. Activity Sheets3.1 The Activity Sheets describe the specific activities required for the performance of obligations underthe Sahtu Dene and Metis agreement during the initial implementation period of ten years fromSettlement Legislation.4. Financial Payments4.1 Annex B describes the funding during the initial implementation period of ten years fromSettlement Legislation for:1. Boards and Committees2. Wildlife Studies3. Training for Sahtu Dene and Metis4. Sahtu Tribal Council and Renewable Resources Councils5. Government of the Northwest Territories6. Annual AdjustmentsSAHTU IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2