I often say that I need to do a better job, and that would be in demonstrating, not only to my community but to our neighbouring first nations and to the province and to our local municipalities.... The City of Terrace and the Regional District of Kitimat–Stikine supported our treaty process. I think that's because we did a really great job in trying to not only educate our people but also educate those who live in and around us. With this position, I think they can look at supporting first nations all across Canada that are either treaty first nations or those first nations that have made the decision to enter into treaty negotiations.
I feel that this position will bring great benefits, not only to indigenous people but to Canadians.