Mr. Speaker, the hon. member and the party opposite talk about race based decisions. Let us clarify this. It is not race based; it is rights based. If they would take the time to read the highest law of our land, the Constitution, and appreciate the unique and dynamic approach that Canada has taken in building a strong partnership with the first peoples of this country, they would be appalled at their own questions.
In the House of Commons on May 4th, 1999. See this statement in context.