Mr. Speaker, there is an individual that has taken liberty to have statements printed espousing their own views on the policy they allege we are imposing on them. I do not think there is any validity to the statements and I am not concerned myself to respond. I think there is both academic and scientific merit to giving recognition in respect to traditional knowledge. It is supported by scientists and academics alike that there is value in traditional knowledge and that respect must be given to those and that the cultural context in which spiritual and cultural values are held must be taken into account when we deliver programs and services. That is the view we take. We reject any notion that values have no place in the scientific community. Even on environmental assessment programs, scientific evidence as well as the values of the people involved are requested and are demanded to be taken into account. This is the way that we operate at this time. Thank you.
Stephen Kakfwi on Question 417-13(4): Accusations Made Regarding Traditional Knowledge
In the Legislative Assembly on February 28th, 1997. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 417-13(4): Accusations Made Regarding Traditional Knowledge
Question 417-13(4): Accusations Made Regarding Traditional Knowledge
Item 6: Oral Questions
February 27th, 1997
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