* First Nations are identified in terms of being status or non-status. First Nations with status are entitled to certain rights and benefits under the Indian Act. To date, non-status First Nations are self-identified and not entitled to the same benefits and rights. | * First Nations are identified in terms of being status or non-status. First Nations with status are entitled to certain rights and benefits under the Indian Act. To date, non-status First Nations are self-identified and not entitled to the same benefits and rights. |