June 25, 2015 – Edmundston, NB – Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
The Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, today congratulated Madawaska Maliseet First Nation on their decision to be the first in all of Canada to opt in to the First Nations Election Act.
The First Nations Elections Act and the First Nations Elections Regulations came into force in April 2015. The legislation and new regulations are part of our Government's commitment to provide frameworks that support stronger, more stable and effective First Nations governments.
The Act provides the structural support necessary for First Nations governments to make solid business investments, carry out long term planning and build relationships, all of which will lead to increased economic development and job creation for First Nations communities.
Emily Hillstrom
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
819-997-0002
Media Relations
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
819-953-1160
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