Mahsi. Unfortunately, the national Constitution was rejected but there is no reason the territorial process cannot pick-up where the national process left off. The Canadian and provincial governments were prepared to recognize Metis rights. We believe that this government must do the same. Not just passively, but actively. The committee for a Constitution for a new western territory made many recommendations which would have given the Metis the recognition due to them. This government must work to ensure Metis are not being treated differently than other aboriginal people in the Northwest Territories. The Metis have often been referred to as Canada's forgotten people. It is imperative that this government take action to ensure that the Metis are forgotten no more. Mahsi Cho.
Fred Koe on Louis Riel Day And Metis People
In the Legislative Assembly on November 17th, 1992. See this statement in context.
Louis Riel Day And Metis People
Item 4: Members' Statements
November 16th, 1992
Page 4
Fred Koe Inuvik
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