What criteria did a first nations person have to meet to be granted status

The government continues to determine who does and does not qualify for "Indian" status. Eligibility is based on descent in one's family. A person may be eligible for status if at least one parent is, was or was entitled to be registered as 6(1). A person is also eligible if two parents are registered as 6(2).

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