I appreciate the minister's acknowledging that these newly banned guns are used by hunters and are critical to food security in my riding.
Before the COVID pandemic, first nation leaders in my riding were having checkpoints set up at the entrances of their communities to address safety concerns related to violent gang activity. Gang activity is a major source of concern for these first nations and many rural areas in my riding. The government's gun ban will do nothing to address this problem.
From a first nations perspective, whom did you or your government consult before issuing the order in council?