“I am asking a government representative to provide a clear position on how they will advance reconciliation while also protecting private property rights for residents and businesses.”
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A question about private property rights and recent federal agreements with first nations in British Columbia. The government clarifies they disagree with a B.C. Supreme Court decision and are appealing it alongside the B.C. government to protect property rights.
“I want to reassure people that we will protect private property rights. We disagree with the court decision and are fighting it. All our agreements with first nations protect private property.”