The Mi'kmaq–Nova Scotia–Canada Tripartite Forum was established in 1997 to provide the Mi'kmaq, Nova Scotia, and Canada a place to resolve issues of mutual concern.
[1] The Forum's vision is to develop Mi'kmaw communities and foster positive relationships with other Nova Scotians.
The Framework Agreement confirms each party's commitment to work "to resolve Mi'kmaq rights issues through negotiation in a spirit of reconciliation.
"[3] The intent of the Agreement is to: Enhanced legal clarity on rights issues; Improved relations; and Reduced social and economic disparity.
[9] Now Nova Scotia has the highest rate of retention of aboriginal students in schools in the country.