Indigenous groups wary but hopeful as consultations start on co-developing distinctions-based health legislation

‘We need transformation of health systems in a way that will respect our treaty, constitutional, and Indigenous and inherent rights, and improve the wellness of our people,’ says AFN Regional Chief Marlene Poitras.

On Jan. 28, Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller’s department opened consultations on co-developing new legislation to improve Indigenous access to ‘high-quality, culturally relevant’ health services. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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February 15, 2021

The Liberal government’s promise to co-develop distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation is being welcomed as an opportunity solidify jurisdiction by some Indigenous groups

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