The federal government remains steadfast and on track in its commitment to end all long-term drinking water advisories on public systems on reserve by March 2021.
I would like to start by thanking Grand Chief Ed John for his kind introduction and for inviting me to this event. I would also like to thank Elder Bob Baker for his thoughtful opening prayer.
Improving the well-being of Indigenous children and families is a priority for the Cowichan Tribes, the Government of Canada and the Government of British Columbia.
Please be advised that the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and the Honourable Katrine Conroy, British Columbia Minister of Children and Family Development, alongside Chief William (Chip) Seymour of the Cowichan Tribes to sign a Tripartite Letter of Understanding (LOU) on Child and Family Services Reform.
Canada is committed to working together with First Nations communities to invest in building and upgrading on-reserve infrastructure to support the well-being of their residents.
Improving educational outcomes for First Nations students is central to the self-determination and well-being efforts of First Nations in British Columbia (B.C.).
Government of Canada to celebrate First Nations education agreement with Government of British Columbia and the First Nations Education Steering Committee
The Government of Canada is committed to working together with First Nations communities to build and upgrade on-reserve education facilities and to support students so they can get the best possible start in life.