International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples Statement: Scheer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Ottawa, ON – The Hon. Andrew Scheer, Leader of Canada’s Conservatives and of the
Official Opposition, released the following statement on International Day of
the World’s Indigenous Peoples:

“Today, we celebrate the great cultures and
contributions of Canada’s First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people.

“Indigenous peoples have played an enormous role in shaping
the culture, traditions and history of countries around the world, including
Canada. To protect our shared heritage, Canada’s Conservatives recognize the
importance of preserving Canada’s indigenous cultures, languages and
traditions.  

“If
we want to understand what kind of country Canada is and what we can be, we
must understand where we have come from. On International Day of the World’s
Indigenous Peoples, I encourage all Canadians to join
today in remembering the history of Indigenous Canadians, and in reflecting on
their many traditions and cultures.”

 “Canada’s Conservatives also believe in taking
steps to right the wrongs of our past. The previous Conservative government’s
Residential Schools apology is an example of one of those steps. We continue to
recognize the damaging effects and hurt that still linger among too many today.

“We look forward to continuing our important relationship
with Canada’s First Nations, Inuit and Métis
people.

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For more information, please
contact:

Daniel Schow
Daniel.Schow@parl.gc.ca
(613) 286-1050

Virginie Bonneau
Virginie.Bonneau@parl.gc.ca
(613) 294-8150

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