Liberal Leader Mark Carney has promised to advance reconciliation efforts with Indigenous peoples in Canada, emphasizing a commitment to implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Speaking at a virtual forum organized by the Assembly of First Nations, Carney highlighted the need to reform the discriminatory First Nations child welfare system and to maintain momentum on reconciliation. He also acknowledged the fundamental role of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in the country. However, there is concern that the focus on economic aspects may overshadow broader issues of justice and rights. This marks the first time the AFN has hosted such a leaders' forum, signaling increased political engagement on Indigenous issues.
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What We Miss When Reconciliation Is ‘Economic’
The newly minted prime minister, who had spoken little on the topic, acknowledged the “fundamental” role of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada and pointed out that, days after being sworn in on March 14, he was in Iqaluit meeting with Indigenous leaders. Then he quickly pivoted to economics.
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Carney tells AFN he’s ‘committed’ to reforming discriminatory First Nations child welfare system
Carney told a final leaders election forum "we need to get back to the table." It is the first time the AFN organized the leaders forums.
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