Discussion · Oral Questions
Ginette Lavack Liberal
“The Indian Act has caused lasting harm through racism and discrimination. Our focus is on building a stronger nation-to-nation relationship with First Nations based on respect for their laws and rights.”
“Mr. Speaker, the Indian Act has a long and harmful legacy of colonization, racism and discrimination, with lasting impacts on first nation individuals, families and communities. The discussions underscore the importance of continuing to strengthen the relationship between Canada and first nations, one that is grounded in respect for first nations’ self-determination, laws and inherent rights. Fundamentally, our focus remains on how our relationship can be strengthened with first nations on a nation-to-nation basis.”
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Mr. Speaker, the Indian Act has a long and harmful legacy of colonization, racism and discrimination, with lasting impacts on first nation individuals, families and communities. The discussions underscore the importance of continuing to strengthen the relationship between Canada and first nations, one that is grounded in respect for first nations’ self-determination, laws and inherent rights. Fundamentally, our focus remains on how our relationship can be strengthened with first nations on a nation-to-nation basis.