I want to start by thanking the committee for giving me time to ask questions on this very important bill. I'm very grateful.
Section 5 of Bill C-15 states, “The Government of Canada must, in consultation and cooperation with Indigenous peoples, take all measures necessary to ensure that the laws of Canada are consistent with the Declaration.” That was the purpose of the bill. The purpose of Bill C-15 was to ensure that all laws of Canada are consistent with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
In your opinion, is Bill C-5 consistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples?