Madam Speaker, indigenous Canadians and all Canadians need to be part of this important discussion. As a member of Parliament who represents over 15 first nations and Métis communities in northern Alberta, I have seen first-hand the devastation that comes when the Liberal government does not protect and stand up for Canadian oil field worker jobs. The northern gateway cancellation was devastating to many of my northern Alberta communities, as they are involved in the construction of, particularly, the Carmon Creek project, which was right in the heart of my riding.
In the House of Commons on May 6th, 2021. See this statement in context.