Dan Vandal on First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families Act

In the House of Commons on May 3rd, 2019. See this statement in context.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families ActGovernment Orders

May 3rd, 2019 / 12:45 p.m.

Saint Boniface—Saint Vital Manitoba

Liberal

Dan Vandal LiberalParliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services

Mr. Speaker, this legislation would put into law what indigenous nations have been asking for generations, which is the ability to do what is right by their communities, children and families. The crux of it is the affirmation of inherent jurisdiction of their territories and nations.

Could the hon. member speak about the importance of affirmation of inherent jurisdiction?

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