Frankly, it saddens me to see that the problem is still not solved.
The original commitment was to end all the long‑term drinking water advisories by March 31, 2021. Now the deadlines are getting longer, and that still concerns me. The longer we push back deadlines, the more likely it is that another generation of families in first nations communities will grow up without access to safe drinking water. And yet, this is truly a critical need.
As we leave today's meeting, most of us will go to a sink to get a glass of water, without even thinking about it. There are so many first nations communities that can't do that, which is why, when it comes to something so fundamental to the health and well‑being of generations and entire communities, action should be taken.
I remain concerned when I see the delays getting longer. I encourage the committee and Indigenous Services Canada not to let these deadlines be pushed further.