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Indigenous Affairs

Members discussed whether the government should amend the Constitution to limit indigenous rights. The NDP accused the Liberals of being open to changing the Constitution to enable pipelines. A Liberal MP stated they would not change the Constitution and would respect indigenous rights when advancing major projects.

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Leah Gazan

NDP
“Why are you so quiet? The premier said something bad. I want you to say she's wrong.”
Our translation 79% shorter

Hon. Rebecca Alty

Liberal
“I'm not going to change anything important. Everything will be followed.”
Our translation 69% shorter