Mr. Speaker, could the minister detail for us exactly what consultations were undertaken with first nations and first nations groups before bringing this legislation?
We have to make the connection. First nations feel as if this legislation has actually not come forward with their support. There is a reason for that. It ties into general problems of democracy in this Parliament.
I would like to know if the minister feels that adequate consultation did occur with first nations and first nations groups and, if so, if he could outline what that consultation was.