NationTalk: Ottawa, ON – From Oct. 7 to 11, Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) leadership, along with Chiefs from its member nations, travelled to Ottawa to demand immediate federal action on critical issues affecting First Nations in northern Saskatchewan.
The delegation met with key federal officials, including Conservative MP Jamie Schmale, deputy chair of the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree. The meetings focused on addressing urgent concerns around housing, healthcare and public safety in PAGC communities.
“We can’t afford to wait for another election cycle while our people continue to suffer,” said Grand Chief Brian Hardlotte. “Lives are on the line, and we need federal leaders to prioritize Indigenous issues and honour Treaty obligations.”
PAGC urged political parties to commit to immediate and lasting solutions for these critical challenges. The delegation also met with NDP MPs Leah Gazan and Blake Desjarlais, and senior staff from the Prime Minister’s Office.
PAGC continues to advocate for the well-being of its member nations and calls on the federal government to deliver on its promises.
Swipe through the photos from the visit, which included a stop at the Room of Remembrance, Question Period, and tour of the House of Commons at West Block. Photo credits: Tina Pelletier.
The media conference can be viewed on CPAC. See link below.