Leah Gazan at the Transport, Infrastructure and Communities Committee

Thank you so much, Chair.

Thanks to the committee for letting me ask questions.

My first question is for you, Minister Alty. Article 19 of UNDRIP provides that states need to seek and obtain free, prior and informed consent of indigenous peoples before adopting every legislative measure. Has the federal government upheld this obligation with Bill C-5, yes or no? I have very limited time. I'm an independent now.