Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you very much.

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  In one of your earlier comments, you said it was important that federal funding flow through the tribal councils so that all communities can benefit, regardless of their situation. Can you describe the specific role of tribal councils in community capacity building?

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you, Mr. Odjick. Now I'd like to turn to Mr. Keeper. In July 2017, you established the Manitoba First Nations School System, the first of its kind to be funded in the same way as provincial systems across the country. Can you tell us more about your funding structure and

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you, Madam Chair. I'd like to thank the witnesses for their presentations. I'd like to begin with Mr. Odjick. My first question is about the human resources management services your council offers. In the past, the committee has heard about how difficult it is for indige

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Yes.

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you very much for meeting with us today. How will the indigenous skills and employment training program differ from its predecessor when it comes to securing higher-quality better-paying jobs?

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  In the past, our committee has heard about the challenge indigenous communities have retaining professional talent post-training. Will the indigenous skills and employment training program help with that, and if so, how?

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Can you tell the committee how the new program will help change the relationship between the department and the indigenous organizations responsible for service delivery?

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you, Madam Chair. Madam Minister, thank you for your excellent testimony. I know you were in Manitoba recently to celebrate the signing of a contract to build four schools, which will allow young people to complete their high school education in their region. Madam Minis

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  That's not a problem.

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you.

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Okay. Funding for the Métis federation of Manitoba seems to be focused mainly on strengthening capacities, including closing the gaps and strengthening governance. Why is this so important? In your opinion, what concrete examples of self-determination would result from these in

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you. The 2018 budget provides $101.5 million over five years to support capacity building for indigenous peoples. This funding is also available to support activities that will help them forge their own path and rebuild their nations. Investing in this capacity building is

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you.

Indigenous and Northern Affairs committee  Thank you, Madam Chair. Madam Minister, I want to thank you for your excellent testimony, but especially for the very high quality of the translation of your speaking notes. They are written in impeccable French. A key element of your mandate is to accelerate the unique approac