Human Resources committee  Perhaps I could add a couple of things from the economic development perspective. Back in 2009, as I mentioned in my opening remarks, the government released a new federal framework for aboriginal economic development. That is trying to realign how we work as a federal family, a

Human Resources committee  One of the things we're doing, I guess inspired by the framework for aboriginal economic development, as well as some of our new programs, like the strategic partnerships initiative.... There are a number of things that I think have changed over the last number of years around re

Human Resources committee  The First Nations Land Management Act is a regime that has been very successful, I think, and there is quite a strong correlation between economic development outcomes and people in communities that are managing their own lands and resources. In fact, in the last budget, budget 2

Human Resources committee  Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for the invitation to address this committee. We're pleased to provide some information that may assist you and your committee in the study of skills development in remote communities. Unfortunately, my notes are in English only. Having said that, I woul