On the recordJuly 15, 2026
It's another example of what Amnesty International confirmed: a rapid rolling back of Indigenous rights by the Carney government.
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Leah Gazan
New Democratic Party
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cbc.caIt's another example of what Amnesty International confirmed: a rapid rolling back of Indigenous rights by the Carney government.
Commenting on the government's position on Indigenous water rights.
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