Thank you, Mr. Chair. My respected colleague, Ms. Qaqqaq, will be taking the second half.
My first question is for Shannin Metatawabin.
We know that subsection 89(1) of the Indian Act prevents first nations from using property on reserve as collateral. We also know that access to equity and capital is a barrier for indigenous businesses. This is especially the case during COVID-19.
Do you feel that the government has adequately responded to indigenous businesses in terms of being able to access equity and capital during this time of extreme financial insecurity?