moved for leave to introduce Bill C-222, an act to establish the office of first nations ombudsman to investigate complaints relating to administrative and communication problems between members of first nations communities and their first nation and between first nations, allegations of improper financial administration and allegations of electoral irregularities.
Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the aboriginal grassroots people from across the country who have worked so hard over the last two years to try to bring accountability to their reserves, I am pleased to introduce this bill at their suggestion.
I am also pleased to hear that the new minister has supported the idea of accountability being very high on his priority list.
I am looking forward to strong support for this bill for the benefit of our grassroots natives who are suffering a great deal on our reserves.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)