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Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island
November 19 2020 - November 19 2020

Eagle Feather Initiative

Training was held for the launch of the Eagle Feather Initiative from the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI’s Indigenous Justice Program.

Number of Participants: 7

The Eagle Feather Initiative provides an opportunity for the Eagle Feather to be used in the same way as a Bible to swear an oath or an affirmation. Preparation and training for handling and caring for the Eagle Feathers was provided to the courts.

Those testifying may hold the Eagle Feather or have it placed in front of them while affirming to tell the truth, or when providing an affidavit, sworn statement or statutory declaration. Each courthouse now has an Eagle Feather available for courtroom use.