I think it's to give some emphasis. I agree that “must be recognized” just like that would be sufficient, but I think the idea with “meaningfully” is that you're emphasizing the recognition.
November 6th, 2024 / 7:15 p.m.
Senior Counsel, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, Department of Indigenous Services
I think it's to give some emphasis. I agree that “must be recognized” just like that would be sufficient, but I think the idea with “meaningfully” is that you're emphasizing the recognition.
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