Thank you, Mr. Speaker. As part of Canada's commitment to a renewed nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous peoples, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced a review of laws and policies related to Indigenous peoples.
A working group made up of six Ministers who have significant responsibilities for the relevant statutes and policies to be reviewed will examine federal laws, policies, and operational practices to help ensure the Crown is meeting its constitutional obligations with respect to Indigenous and treaty rights, adhering to international human rights standards, and supporting implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's calls to action.
The Minister of Justice and the Attorney General of Canada will chair the working group. The Ministers will work with Indigenous leaders, youth, and experts on various legal and policy questions relating to Indigenous peoples.
The group will develop a rigorous work plan and principles, which will reflect a whole-of-government approach to address all Indigenous peoples.
Mr. Speaker, this policy is important work to the Northwest Territories, where the majority of the Aboriginal population is Indigenous. We are negotiating and implementing land claim and self-government agreements and consulting with Indigenous governments as a first order of business when developing policy and legislation.
Mr. Speaker, the Northwest Territories can contribute significantly to the working group's goal of a complete renewal of Canada's nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Masi. Members' statements. Member for Hay River North.
