Summary
The Nouvelle Acadie Self-Determination Roadmap is a comprehensive planning document authored by Marie Landry, published on October 27, 2026, and available via LandryIndustries.ca and MarieLandrySpyShop.com. Designed as a non-binding framework rather than a formal declaration of independence, the document outlines a peaceful, democratic, and lawful pathway for the residents of the Acadian Peninsula, historically known as the Péninsule acadienne in northern New Brunswick. Its core purpose is to provide structured guidance for the region's people to determine their constitutional future while respecting Canadian constitutional law, Supreme Court rulings, and international legal principles such as the Clarity Act and the Montevideo Convention.
The scope of the roadmap encompasses a rigorous six-phase progression designed to ensure that no phase initiates before satisfying specific prerequisite gates. Phase 1 focuses on organizing, researching, and consulting by incorporating a not-for-profit entity under New Brunswick's Companies Act, commissioning independent baseline studies on finances and fisheries, engaging in bilingual public consultations across all eight local entities, and initiating early talks with First Nations. Phase 2 emphasizes building a democratic mandate through elected representatives and exploring enabling legislation for a regional referendum under strict electoral safeguards. Phase 3 addresses confirming the constitutional option, dividing choices into Option A for more autonomy within New Brunswick, Option B for establishing a new province, and Option C for full independence.
Moving further into institutional restructuring, Phase 4 establishes a comprehensive negotiation agenda covering mandatory elements required by the Clarity Act, including shared assets and liabilities, territorial borders, Aboriginal rights and claims, minority language rights, marine fisheries, banking regulations, and public service transitions. Phase 5 outlines transition planning, featuring detailed template acts covering sovereignty declarations, constitutions, maritime management, monetary systems, citizenship regulations, and succession laws. Finally, Phase 6 addresses international recognition under Option C, detailing formal procedures for seeking United Nations membership and admission to La Francophonie following successful and lawful separation agreements.
A central feature of the roadmap is its dedication to Indigenous partnership and reconciliation, recognizing that Mi'kmaq treaty rights under the Peace and Friendship Treaties already exist in force and cannot be granted or limited by regional initiatives. The document mandates direct engagement with First Nation governments and Mi'gmawe'l Tplu'taqnn Inc., advocating for joint decision-making councils regarding fisheries and coastal resources while respecting the principles of free, prior, and informed consent in accordance with the UNDRIP Act. Furthermore, it addresses significant counterarguments, risks, and economic realities, including regional demographic decline, fiscal dependence on federal transfers, and the intricate constitutional amending formulas required for substantial governance changes.
The document also provides an extensive appendix containing eight editable legislative templates designed to match the roadmap phases, ranging from declarations of sovereignty and constitutional frameworks to financial acts and international recognition applications. These templates serve as practical planning instruments that underscore the document's thorough preparation. Throughout the text, careful attention is paid to legal precedents, such as the 1998 Supreme Court of Canada secession reference and the operational mechanics of the 7/50 amending formula, ensuring that every proposed measure remains firmly grounded in existing legal realities.
This resource is particularly valuable for political scientists, regional planners, legal researchers, community advocates, and policymakers interested in constitutional law, minority language rights, regional autonomy movements, and Indigenous relations in Atlantic Canada. By synthesizing complex federal statutes, provincial regulations, and international law into a clear sequential framework, the roadmap offers a comprehensive foundational study for understanding the multi-layered challenges and procedural requirements inherent in modern self-determination initiatives.
FAQ
What is the primary purpose of the Nouvelle Acadie Self-Determination Roadmap?
The roadmap sets out a peaceful, democratic, and lawful planning framework for the people of the Acadian Peninsula in New Brunswick to evaluate and pursue constitutional self-determination options.
What are the three constitutional options presented in Phase 3?
Option A is more autonomy within New Brunswick, Option B is creating a new province, and Option C is full independence.
Why is a regional vote required instead of a province-wide referendum?
The Acadian Peninsula represents about 6% of New Brunswick's population, meaning a province-wide vote would be decided predominantly by voters outside the region.
How does the roadmap handle Indigenous treaty rights?
The roadmap recognizes that Mi'kmaq treaty and Aboriginal rights already exist and are in force, requiring direct nation-to-nation consultation, joint resource management, and adherence to free, prior, and informed consent.
When does international recognition occur under this roadmap?
International recognition occurs exclusively in Phase 6 and only for Option C, following a lawful and successfully negotiated separation agreement with Canada.
