According to Chapter 9 of TCPS 2, researchers cannot conduct critical inquiries of the governance of Indigenous institutions.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not addressed
• D. It depends

Answer: (B)

Chapter 9 shows how research involving Indigenous governance should be conducted in ways that honor self-determination, community governance, and data sovereignty. It does not forbid critically examining how Indigenous institutions are governed. Instead, it requires researchers to engage with the relevant Indigenous governance bodies, align the study with community priorities, obtain appropriate approvals, and handle data in partnership with the community (including respecting OCAP and any local data governance rules).

When these conditions are met, a study that critically analyzes governance can be ethical and appropriate. If those conditions aren’t met, the research would be inappropriate, but the policy itself does not prohibit such inquiries.