Sébastien Lemire at the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee

On May 29th, 2024. See this statement in context.

May 29th, 2024 / 5:50 p.m.

Bloc

Sébastien Lemire Bloc Abitibi—Témiscamingue, QC

Thank you, Mr. Chair.

To begin, thank you for being here, Madam Minister.

I have a question about Bill C‑38, An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements).

Can you tell us when this bill will be debated in Parliament again and how many people will be affected by the changes your government is proposing?

Before you answer, I would like to state a few facts. First reading was on December 14, 2022. Second reading began on October 20, 2023. Debate then resumed on March 22, 2024, at a shortened sitting. Will we have to wait until 2025 to discuss this bill in the House of Commons again?

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