Resource: Guide to Membership Codes

Assembly of First Nations

This resource, prepared by the Legal Affairs and Justice Department of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), is a comprehensive guide and discussion of key concepts, general rules, and key issues of developing a membership code.

Key Concepts:

  • Indian status
  • Band membership

Key Issues:

  • Acquiring membership
  • Cultural considerations
  • Dual citizenship
  • Who decides
  • Amendment considerations
  • Demographic considerations