Rebecca Alty on Red River Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Treaty Act

In the House of Commons on April 22nd, 2026. See this statement in context.

Bill C-21 Red River Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Treaty ActGovernment Orders

April 22nd, 2026 / 4:35 p.m.

Liberal

Rebecca Alty Liberal Northwest Territories, NT

Mr. Speaker, I think the importance of this legislation is establishing the self-governance of the Manitoba Métis Nation. Part of the legislation also talks about the opportunity for supplementary self-governance arrangements. The opportunity to negotiate the next steps would be language, culture and heritage, child and family services, health services, and education.

The opportunity for the Manitoba Métis to be leading programs for their people, I think, is an important next step.

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