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Indigenous Affairs

A debate where MPs mostly just congratulated themselves for being Indigenous and celebrating their heritage, rather than discussing any concrete issues or problems facing Indigenous people today.

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Lori Idlout

Liberal
“I am Inuk. Inuit peoples have struggled. I want the government to recognize Indigenous History Month. I want the government to advance reconciliation.”
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Hon. Mandy Gull-Masty

Liberal
“I thank my colleague for her question. During National Indigenous History Month we celebrate our strength, resilience, and culture. I am proud to work with Indigenous colleagues demonstrating fierce resistance representing every part of this country. I acknowledge and honour all first nations, Inuit, and Métis people.”
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