The British Columbia government says it will not introduce legislation this spring to suspend or amend the province’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) or related provisions in the Interpretation Act.

In a joint statement, Premier David Eby and the First Nations Leadership Council said both sides remain committed to continued collaboration as they work through legal concerns raised by the province.

“The Government of B.C. will not be introducing legislation to suspend or amend DRIPA or UN Declaration-related provisions in the Interpretation Act, in the spring legislative session,” the statement said.

Instead, the province and First Nations leadership say they will work together with First Nations leaders across B.C. to discuss concerns while affirming a commitment to uphold Indigenous title and rights, as well as human rights.

“Together, we commit to genuine collaboration to find solutions as soon as possible, and before the fall legislative session,” the statement added.

No specific details were provided on what potential changes or solutions are being considered, but discussions are expected to continue in the coming months.