Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I would like to thank all the witnesses. I very much appreciated the testimony from Chief Woodhouse, Chief Haymond and Mr. Obed.
I was struck by two words that I find very important.
Chief Haymond, you used the word “epicentre”. Mr. Obed, you used the word “crisis”. We should keep both words in mind, not only for the entire duration of the study but also for when we are making our recommendations. As I see things, when we are talking about all the difficulties that First Nations can experience, we must absolutely retain the term “epicentre”.
I will be talking about Quebec more but clearly, it is a concern for all indigenous First Nations and Métis everywhere in Canada.
Last November, I took part in the Grand Economic Circle of Indigenous People and Quebec. I'd like to tell you a story to show the extent to which the housing issue is important for First Nations in Quebec.
I wanted to take part in a number of the activities. A number of sessions were scheduled, including one on housing. All the chiefs told me that I should absolutely take part in the one given by the Assembly of First Nations Quebec‑Labrador, the AFNQL. I know that Chief Haymond was there. For the chiefs, it was an absolute priority. The effects were a major topic and Chief Haymond talked about them a great deal.
Chief Haymond, could you tell us about the various solutions that are possible? You talked about underfunding.
Could you tell us, for example, about housing strategies for Quebec? Is there another solution you would like to propose?