OTHER STATEMENTS
The Honourable Carolyn Bennett
Response received: June 14, 2017 – 11.52 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board:
I am writing on behalf of The Honourable Carolyn Bennett in response to your email of June 7, 2017, concerning issues of Indigenous sovereignty and the Parliament of Canada’s June 6, 2017, vote on the Opposition Motion (Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Expansion Project).
The Prime Minister has committed to a renewed relationship with Indigenous Peoples, one based on the recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. In support of this, the Government has created permanent bilateral mechanisms with the Assembly of First Nations and First Nations, the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and the four Inuit Nunangat Regions, and the Métis National Council and its governing members. An Interim Board of Directors is being established to make recommendations on the creation of a National Council for Reconciliation. The Interim Board will begin an engagement process to develop recommendations on the scope and mandate of the National Council. The Government has also provided $10 million to support the important work of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation located at the University of Manitoba, as recommended in Call to Action 78. This contribution will help to ensure that the history and legacy of Canada’s residential school system is remembered.
Yours sincerely,
Sheilagh Murphy
Assistant Deputy Minister,
Lands and Economic Developments
Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
Sheilagh.Murphy@aadnc-aandc.gc.ca / Tel: 819-997-0114
Sous-ministre adjointe
Terres et développement économique
Affaires autochtones et du Nord Canada
sheilagh.murphy@aandc-aadnc.gc.ca / Tél: 819-997-0114
Hedy Fry
Response received: June 13, 2017 – 2.14 p.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for writing to me with regard to the Kinder Morgan approval.
For 23 years as the Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre and also as a Member of Cabinet I passionately represented the views of my constituents to Ottawa.
I was therefore pleased when my government re-opened the Kitsilano Coast Guard base and expanded its environmental response capacity in partnership with First Nations.
I was very pleased that the Northern Gateway project has been rejected and a ban on crude oil tanker traffic on the Northwest Coast will be put into law. This builds on our recently announced Oceans Protection Plan and preserves the Great Bear Rain Forest and Sea for future generations.
Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson, a large number of my constituents and First Nations in the area made arguments opposing the Kinder Morgan pipeline and tanker traffic. I relayed those arguments to the Prime Minister and Ministers responsible for this decision, as did many of my BC colleagues. Obviously the Cabinet weighed the benefits and risks, and the national interest, and made their decision. I am disappointed with that decision.
I am committed to ensuring that the 157 conditions are implemented by Kinder Morgan as required under law. With your help we will monitor this project to ensure compliance with these regulations.
I am also proud of and will work to support the implementation of our government’s Oceans Protection Plan, which was announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in November 2016. Following ten years under the Harper government this plan was long overdue. Our plan provides $1.5 billion to improve marine safety, guide responsible shipping, and protect Canada’s marine environments.
I look forward to working with you to protect our marine environment and to implement a strong environmental strategy.
Sincerely,
Hon. Hedy Fry, P.C., M.P.
Vancouver Centre
Mélanie Joly
Communication received: June 13, 2017 – 11.18 a.m. (PT)
Melanie’s communication was in the form of a PDF, which can be viewed by clicking here.
Ruby Sahota
Response received: Feb 10, 2017 – 10.26 a.m. (PT)
Thank you for your work with the Indigenous Sovereignty Project and for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between Canada and Indigenous peoples.
As the MP for Brampton North, my riding intersects with the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, the Ojibway, and the Anishinabek.
I recognize that indigenous peoples have inhabited this land since time immemorial. I also recognize that reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Reconciliation is both an individual and a collective pursuit. I understand that in my role as an MP, I must commit to a personal process of reconciliation before I can claim authority on our collective reconciliation. I am committed to educating myself on the ways in which I may contribute to this process.
Our Prime Minister has been clear that no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Thank you again for writing on this important issue.
Sincerely,
Ruby Sahota
Member of Parliament
Brampton North
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Celina Caesar-Chavannes
Response received: Feb 09, 2017 – 1.28 p.m. (PT)
Mr. Board,
Thank you for writing to me and allowing me the opportunity to share my thoughts on this important issue.
The Prime Minister has emphasized that there is no relationship more important to our government than the one with Indigenous peoples. I could not agree more. We remain committed to renewing this relationship, based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
We are supporting this commitment with concrete action. Budget 2016 made historic investments to improving the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities, with $8.4 billion committed over five years. After one year, I am proud of the strides that we have made on the 41 Calls to Action under federal and shared responsibility. We have also launched a National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in an effort to identify the causes of, and remedies for, the unacceptable violence that far too many face.
With regard to Indigenous children, we have pursued an integrated approach to Jordan’s Principle – which has resulted in 1500 additional children receiving care – as well as committed to working with advocates and Indigenous communities to improve the child welfare system.
We understand that there is more work to be done. This government recognizes, however, that reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing Canadians, and will continue to make real and meaningful advancements towards renewing our relationship with Indigenous peoples.
Thank you for providing me with the opportunity to contribute to this project.
Sincerely,
Celina Caesar-Chavannes, MP.
Sean Casey
Response received: Aug 16, 2016 – 10.14 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board:
I appreciate you taking the time to launch and curate this project. I am happy to have the opportunity to respond.
The Prime Minister has repeatedly stated the need for a sincere nation-to-nation relationship with Canada’s First Nations. Part of the relationship involves recognizing the treaties in place which confer rights and responsibilities on First Nations.
It is important for myself as a Member of Parliament to recognize the historic role First Nations have played in helping to build our country. Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island is a city build on unceded Mi’kmaq territory, and I liaise on a regular basis with the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of Prince Edward Island and the Native Council of Prince Edward Island.
From the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, to the Prime Minister’s pledge to eliminate boil-water advisories in First Nations communities, to the $8.4bn slated over the next five years for priority areas – our government is committed to respecting Indigenous rights and responsibilities. I am committed to seeing our government honour its treaty obligations.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide a response to your project.
Sincerely,
Sean Casey, M.P.
The Honourable John McKay
Response received: Aug 15, 2016 – 2.25 p.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for contacting the office of the Hon. John McKay, P.C., M.P., Scarborough-Guildwood.
Please find Mr. McKay’s response attached.
Best regards,
Ryan
Ryan Pyne
Executive Assistant to
Hon. John McKay, P.C., M.P.
Scarborough-Guildwood
613-992-1447
Diane Lebouthillier
Response received: Aug 15, 2016 – 12.15 p.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today and every effort counts. In my role as Minister of National Revenue, I was asked by our Prime Minister to proactively contact Canadians who are entitled to, but are not receiving, tax benefits. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has played a growing role in administering benefits for Canadians and tax filing is essential to gain access to financial support from various programs. The CRA has already started working with its federal partners to overcome barriers that limit the access of Indigenous communities to the tax system and the benefits in general. My officials are currently working on an engagement plan that will provide us with an integrated solution to meet the challenges and I hope I can count on your support to share this renewed vision with Indigenous communities from all over Canada.
Yours sincerely,
Diane Lebouthillier
MP Gaspésie – Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Minister of National Revenue
Peter Fragiskatos
Response received: Aug 15, 2016 – 9.16 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you for taking the time to write to Peter Fragiskatos, M.P., London North Centre, about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing to ask a question. Peter is very proud to work for his constituents in London North Centre, representing their concerns in Ottawa.
Yours sincerely,
Office of Peter Fragiskatos
Member of Parliament
London North Centre
885 Adelaide St N
London, Ontario N5Y 2M2
Tel: 519-663-9777
Peter Schiefke
Response received: Aug 11, 2016 – 12.51 p.m. (PT)
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you for taking the time to write to me about the existing relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has stated and reaffirmed that there is no relationship more sacred and more important to Canada that the one between Indigenous peoples and this government. We are committed to renewing that relationship, one that is based in the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation, reconciliation, and partnership.
Through this genuine partnership that is enshrined in these principles, we are committed to making real progress in areas that are priorities for Indigenous communities. Together, we can bring transformational change to the lives and socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples. Part of this partnership includes the historic investments that Budget 2016 makes, including $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016-2017 going towards achieving these goals. The National Inquiry in to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, launched on August 3rd, 2016, is another step in renewing a bond based on trust and mutual respect between Indigenous communities and the Government of Canada.
Our Government firmly believes that reconciliation and a plan to move our relationship forward is one of the most significant challenges facing Canada today. That is why we are so committed to addressing the problems of the past and moving to a new future, together.
Thank you again for writing to ask a question and share your thoughts.
Peter Schiefke
Député de Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Member of Parliament, Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Chambe des communes | House of Commons
pièce 110, Édifice de la Justice | Justice Building, Room 109
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
T. (613) 992-6344
F. (613) 992-8320
Shaun Chen
Response received: Aug 11, 2016 – 11.26 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing on this issue.
Yours sincerely,
Shaun Chen
Member of Parliament for Scarborough North
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
613-996-9681
Sonia Sidhu
Response received: Aug 09, 2016 – 11.50 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me and my colleagues about the relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Government of Canada.
Our Prime Minister has been clear that no relationship is as important for our government than the one with Indigenous Peoples. I am committed, as is the entire government, to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship that is based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
We are committed to making progress on the areas of most important for Indigenous communities by working in genuine partnership with them. By working together we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change. We have made the important first steps in Budget 2016 by making historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016-17.
We believe that the work of reconciliation is one of the most important challenges facing Canada today.
I truly appreciate the advocacy you do on behalf of Settlers Info. It is because of people like you that we have a thriving democratic and progressive tradition in this country.
I am proud to represent my constituents’ concerns in Ottawa.
Yours Sincerely,
Sonia Sidhu
MP for Brampton South
Francesco Sorbara
Response received: Aug 08, 2016 – 10.11 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank your e-mail and question on behalf of the Settlers Info Project about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership. Toward that end, I recently had the honour to represent the Minister of Finance, Bill Morneau at the Assembly of First Nations Annual General Assembly for the signing of an historic Memorandum of Understanding creating a new nation-to-nation fiscal framework.
Working in genuine partnership, my colleagues and I are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change. Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thanks again for your e-mail.
Yours sincerely,
Francesco Sorbara, M.P.
Vaughan-Woodbridge
Mike Bossio
Response received: Aug 05, 2016 – 12.31 p.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you very much for taking the time to email me on the question of Indigenous Sovereignty.
As I’m sure you know, in May of this year Canada announced that it is a full supporter, without qualification, of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous peoples. I am a proud supporter of this position. Canada is committed to adopting and implementing the Declaration in accordance with our Constitution.
I am also proud that Prime Minister Trudeau made it clear that no relationship is more important to him than the relationship with Indigenous peoples. For my own part, I am eager to continue to work hard in partnership with the people of Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, and more broadly in my capacity as a member of the Standing Committing for Indigenous and Northern Affairs.
Thank you again for writing.
Yours in Service,
Mike Bossio
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Paul Lefebvre
Response received: Aug 04, 2016 – 7.51 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear: no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, on the basis of recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership. Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about meaningful, substantial, lasting, change.
I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to write me regarding this issue. As a Member of Parliament, I value the opinions of each constituent and appreciate the time you have taken to contact my office.
Yours sincerely,
Paul Lefebvre, MP
Sudbury
The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor
Response received: Aug 04, 2016 – 5.58 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy Board,
Thank you for reaching out to me on this issue.
Our Prime Minister has been clear; no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with our Indigenous peoples. As such, our government is fully committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship that is based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are working hard to make real progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. To that end, Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today and I share that belief as well.
Once again, thank you for taking the time to write.
If you have any other questions or comments, or if you wish to discuss this in person, please call our constituency office at 506.851.3310 to make an appointment.
Regards,
Hon. Ginette Petitpas Taylor, P.C. M.P.
Moncton-Riverview-Dieppe
Chris Bittle
Response received: Aug 03, 2016 – 11.26 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Yours sincerely,
Chris Bittle,
Member of Parliament,
St. Catharines
Salma Zahid
Response received: Aug 03, 2016 – 11.14 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing to ask a question. I am proud to work for you, representing your concerns in Ottawa.
Yours sincerely,
Salma
Salma Zahid
Member of Parliament for Scarborough Centre
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Anthony Housefather
Response received: Aug 03, 2016 – 10.57 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you for your email. I want to assure you that the relationship with Canada’s Indigenous peoples is an issue that is very important to me.
Prime Minister Trudeau has been unequivocal in stating that no relationship is more important for our Government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. In fact, he made this one of the Government’s top priorities, by ensuring that a renewed “nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples based on recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership” was included in the mandate letter to the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, Carolyn Bennett.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so that together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities, and bring about transformational change. Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
I support the actions above.
Thank you again for writing to me about this topic.
Regards
Anthony
Anthony Housefather
Member of Parliament for Mount
Royal/ Député de Mont-Royal
Constituency Office/Bureau de circonscription
4770 Kent Avenue, Suite 316 | 4770 avenue Kent, bureau 316
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3W 1H2
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Eva Nassif
Response received: Aug 03, 2016 – 10.57 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board
Thank you for taking the time and putting forth a great effort to shed light on Indigenous issues and the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years to improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities.
The mandate letter sent to Dr. Carolyn Bennett outlines many avenues to improve the conditions of all Indigenous Peoples – First Nations, the Métis Nation, and Inuit communities – through a renewed nation-to-nation process.Reconciliation with the Indigenous people of Canada is one of the most fundamentally important issues facing this country today and the government has made significant commitments to review the existing framework alongside its obligation to Aboriginal and Treaty rights and the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Sincerely,
Eva Nassif
Member of Parliament for Vimy
Luc Thériault
Response received: Aug 02, 2016 – 12.46 p.m. (PT)
Bonjour,
Nous avons bien reçu votre courriel. Une réponse à votre question vous parviendra sous peu.
Merci!
JOHANNE RÉGIMBALD
Adjointe parlementaire de Luc Thériault
Député de Montcalm
Leader parlementaire du Bloc Québécois
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Monique Pauzé
Response received: Aug 02, 2016 – 12.24 p.m. (PT)
Bonjour,
Nous avons bien reçu votre courriel et nous ferons un suivi dès notre retour de vacances.
Merci!
Andy Fillmore
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out on the topic of Indigenous sovereignty.
In every mandate letter written to each of his cabinet ministers, our Prime Minister made it clear that “no relationship is more important” to our current government than the one with Indigenous Peoples. We remain absolutely committed to building a renewed nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples – one that is based on respect, partnership, cooperation, and the recognition of rights.
I was very happy this past June to help organize and to chair the first ever summit between all Nova Scotia First Nations Chiefs and Members of Parliament in Ottawa where this important work was discussed. It was an important and eye-opening meeting which laid groundwork for a strong partnership between Indigenous leaders and federal representatives in our province.
Budget 2016 was an historic step in the right direction. Over $8.4 billion dollars will be invested over five years to bring about the transformational change that is so desperately needed to improve the socio-economic conditions for our Indigenous Peoples and their communities.
Again, thank you for reaching out.
Yours sincerely,
Andy Fillmore, MP
Halifax
Rhéal Éloi Fortin
Response received: Aug 02, 2016 – 10.54 a.m. (PT)
Bonjour,
Nous avons bien reçu votre courriel et il nous fera plaisir d’y répondre très bientôt.
Merci!
JOHANNE RÉGIMBALD
Adjointe parlementaire de Rhéal Fortin
Député de Rivière-du-Nord
Chef intérimaire du Bloc Québécois
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Francis Drouin
Response received: July 29, 2016 – 6.30 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr Board,
Thank you for writing to me.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing to ask a question. Do not hesitate to contact me in the future.
Yours sincerely,
Francis Drouin
Député pour Glengarry-Prescott-Russell | Member of Parliament for Glengarry-Prescott-Russell
Chambre des communes | House of Commons
Édifice de la Bravoure(151, rue Sparks), pièce 1270 | Valour Building (151 Sparks), Room 1270
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
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Pam Damoff
Response received: July 27, 2016 – 12.19 p.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you very much for your emails concerning Indigenous sovereignty. As the Prime Minister has said and as my colleague Matt Decourcey, has already pointed out – but I believe is worth reiteration. “No relationship is more important for our government and for Canada then the one with Indigenous peoples.”
Our government is committed to working on an equal basis with our indigenous partners. On a personal note, I have worked with two fantastic young constituents, Emma and Julia Mogus and their not for profit Books with No Boundsto improve literacy rates on reserves – they have sent close to 100,000 books to the kids in the Nishnawbe Aski Nation. The success of that program speaks to how we can all make a difference in bringing about change, and provides me with a sense of hope in knowing that the future of the relationship between Canada and Indigenous peoples will be in the hands of young people like Emma and Julia.
More sobering, however, I have also visited Pelican Falls First Nation High School (a former residential school) and met with the former Ontario Regional Chief Stan Beardy to discuss the impacts of the residential schools. I am proud of the initiatives our Government has decided to undertake after so many decades of neglect.
Our government has begun to fulfill the promises we have made to Indigenous peoples and all Canadians. We will continue to undertake, in full partnership and consultation with First Nations, Inuit and the Métis Nations, a full review of laws, policies and operational practises. This will ensure that on project reviews and assessments, the Crown is fully executing its obligations, in accordance with its constitutional and international human rights obligations, including Aboriginal and Treaty rights and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Thank you for reaching out and I look forward to continuing this important dialogue.
Sincerely,
Pam Damoff, M.P.
Oakville North-Burlington
Alexandra Mendès
Response received: July 27, 2016 – 11.44 a.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear that no relationship is more important for our Government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. In fact, he made this one of the Government’s top priorities, by ensuring that a renewed “nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples based on recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership” was included in the mandate letter to the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, Carolyn Bennett.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so that together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities, and bring about transformational change. Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
I completely support and agree with all of the above.
Thank you again for writing to me about this topic.
Yours sincerely,
Alexandra Mendès
Députée / Member of Parliament
Brossard – Saint-Lambert
Yasmin Ratansi
Response received: July 26, 2016 – 2.45 p.m. (PT)
Dear Mr. Board,
Thank you for your email about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear before and following the 2015 election that no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the relationship we have with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
By working in a genuine partnership, we have committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17. We can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing to ask a question. I am proud to work for you, representing your concerns in Ottawa.
Yours sincerely,
Yasmin Ratansi, MP
Don Valley East
The Honourable Chrystia Freeland
Response received: July 25, 2016 – 9.32 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
Thank you for taking the time to write to the Hon. Chrystia Freeland about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Government believes that the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing Canada today, and our Prime Minister has been clear that no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. We are committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship that must be based on respect, cooperation, partnership, and the recognition of rights.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Thank you once again for writing to Chrystia about this important issue. It is because of engaged citizens like you that our country has such a thriving democratic tradition.
Warm regards,
Office of the Hon. Chrystia Freeland
Member of Parliament for University—Rosedale
Marwan Tabbara
Response received: July 21, 2016 – 1.09 p.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy Board,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016-17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing to ask a question.
Yours sincerely,
The Honourable Michael D. Chong
Response received: July 21, 2016 – 10.56 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy,
On behalf of Michael, I’d like to thank you for your email. He appreciates that you took the time to bring your views to his attention, and he has taken your concerns into careful consideration. Michael will be sure to share your feedback with his colleagues in Ottawa.
Michael respects the constitutionally guaranteed rights and treaties of Canada’s aboriginal peoples, and is committed to working with aboriginal peoples to uphold those rights and improve outcomes.
Once again, thank you for writing.
Sincerely,
Mary
Office of the Hon. Michael Chong, M.P. | Bureau du l’Hon. Michael Chong, député
Wellington-Halton Hills
1-866-878-5556
Robert Oliphant
Response received: July 21, 2016 – 10.31 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy:
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
Our Prime Minister has been clear no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Working in genuine partnership, we are committed to making progress on the priority areas for Indigenous communities. Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today.
Thank you again for writing to me.
Yours truly,
Rob Oliphant, M.P.
Don Valley West
Gary Anandasangaree
Response received: July 14, 2016 – 11.54 a.m. (PT)
Dear Jeremy Board,
Thank you for writing our office, unfortunately Mr. Anandasangaree is out of the country until the 23rd of June on parliamentary business.
Mr. Anandasangaree is a fierce advocate for human rights and indigenous rights. I will review your email with him and hope to have something for you shortly after he returns.
Best regards,
Ian Crump
Legislative Assistant to Gary Anandasangaree| Adjoint parlementaire de Gary Anandasangaree
Member of Parliament for Scarborough-Rouge Park| Député de Scarborough—Rouge Park
Valour Building, Room 1110 | Édifice de la Bravoure, pièce 1110
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 | Ottawa (Ontario) K1A 0A6
Tel/Tél. : 613-992-1351
Cell. : 647- 802-2428
Matt DeCourcey
Response received: July 13, 2016 – 5.23 a.m. (PT)
Hi Jeremy,
Thank you for reaching out to my office, particularly on this matter.
Our Prime Minister has been clear: no relationship is more important for our government and for Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples.
Our government is committed to renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples, a relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
By working in genuine partnership, we will work on the priority areas for First Nation communities.
- Budget 2016 makes historic investments with $8.4 billion over five years, beginning in 2016–17, so together, we can improve the socio-economic conditions of Indigenous peoples and their communities and bring about transformational change.
Our Government believes the work of reconciliation is one of the most vital challenges facing all Canadians today, and this is something I fully support.
Best regards, and thank you again for contacting me.
Matt DeCourcey MP, député Fredericton
494 rue Queen Street, Suite/ pièce 300
Fredericton (NB) E3B 1B6
matt.decourcey@parl.gc.ca
T: (506) 452-4110 │F: (506) 452-4076
Greg Fergus
Response received: July 08, 2016 – 7.18 a.m. (PT)
Greetings!
Thank you for taking the time to e-mail me.
My staff and I will endeavour to reply as soon as possible.
Be good.
Greg Fergus
Député / Member of Parliament – Hull-Aylmer
Chambre des communes | House of Commons
Édifice de la Confédération, pièce 331 | Confederation Building, Room 331
Ottawa (Ontario) K1A 0A6
Bureau. (613) 992-7550
Télec. / Fax : 613-992-7599
The Honourable Maxime Bernier
Response received: July 06, 2016 – 1.57 p.m. (PT)
Dear Mr Board,
Maxime will make an announcement regarding its indigenous policy later in the campaign.
We, therefore, cannot comment further at the moment,
Regards,
-Maxime Hupé
Director of Communications
Maxime HUPÉ
Director of Communications
Directeur des communications
MAXIME BERNIER 2017
819-923-5358