First nations have always participated in the economy. As a matter of fact, I believe we have over 40,000 businesses across Canada. In moving forward, we should be involved because we have a lot to contribute to society. The business leaders we have are fairly astute and can provide some good direction on moving forward in the economy.
The government also needs to be cognizant that their businesses have had a huge losses during the COVID shutdown. Somehow these businesses have to be compensated for that, but they have to be at the table to provide that guidance and direction.