The word "aboriginal" refers to the first people who lived in a specific place, often before others arrived. It is used to describe the native or indigenous people of a region or country. Full definition
And infringements can not proceed if they would deprive future generations of aboriginals of the benefit of the land. (canadianlawyermag.com)
Prof. Morin points out that in their opinions, several judges held as obiter that the rights of aboriginal peoples within the Province of Québec in 1763 may have been protected by the Royal Proclamation, which runs contrary to other case law. (slaw.ca)
Speaking at a Guelph Convocation (repeated in a letter to the Globe & Mail) arguing for the inclusion of aboriginal rights in the Charter of Rights then under development, he crossed a line that led to a complaint to the Canadian Judicial Council. (slaw.ca)