Canadians are coming together, and Indigenous people can’t be left out

Indigenous leaders have called the feds’ recent Bill C-5 push a 'huge step backward' in the Crown-Indigenous relationship.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and cabinet have their work cut out to prove they are committed to continuing to walk the path toward true reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY EDITORIAL

July 2, 2025

From Summerside, P.E.I., to Nanaimo, B.C., people across the country gathered on July 1 to celebrate Canada Day. This year marks the 158th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation, and patriotism is at a notable high.

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