The most important thing in front of the committee when it comes to recommendations for that is the renewal of the Canada Water Act. The Canada Water Act is 50 years old. It's really important that the act be aligned with, respect and uphold UNDRIP.
With respect to water, that is the opportunity and that's why the Canadian Coalition for Healthy Waters is advocating that the act be co-drafted with indigenous nations.
I know that's not easy, but a real effort to be transparent, to bring indigenous nations in right now, pre-engagement with the act, and to renew it in a way that is co-drafted is the best opportunity to uphold UNDRIP right now with respect to water.
When I speak with indigenous nations, the comment I always hear is that water is not a resource; water is an element that is essential for life. To indigenous peoples, it is sacred. That is the most important thing.