Provincial and territorial ministers want federal funding for health care to be increased to 35%.
The National Assembly of First Nations (AFN) and the FSIN are appalled at this contempt
according to the organization that represents the interests of 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan.
There is no reconciliation for First Nations if we continue to be excluded from these crucial discussions and decision-making processes.
said the head of the FSINBobby Cameron, through a press release.
Health care accountability in Indigenous communities is a complex issue across Canada’s jurisdictions.
The federal government has committed to introducing health laws targeting Indigenous communities, but has not specified when they will be introduced.
Bobby Cameron says Indigenous communities are now experiencing racism and inadequate care in health facilities.
” Our people do not have the same access to services and care as non-Indigenous people. We expect and demand to be there every step of the way, from start to finish. »
In a statement, the Office of Federal Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos says the federal government regularly engages with Indigenous communities on a range of issues and millions of dollars have been invested in health initiatives that are culturally sensitive and Indigenous-led.
However, the statement does not specify whether indigenous leaders will participate in the discussions.
With information from Brett Forester
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