"I am encouraged that Chief Theresa Spence has decided to end her hunger strike. Chief Spence and those who have joined her fast have helped bring about substantial change, but their cause - however just - should not endanger their lives or their health. Liberals join with Canadians across the country who are deeply committed to carrying on the fight for justice, dignity and reconciliation, and we salute Chief Spence's courage.
The commitments we are making flow logically from the work of the Charlottetown and Kelowna Accords, numerous Supreme Court of Canada decisions, and our commitments as a country made when we signed the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. They represent the strongly held values of the Liberal Party of Canada.
On behalf of our Parliamentary Caucus, I would like to express our party's continued resolve to work inside and outside Parliament - on a nation-to-nation basis - to address the gross inequalities facing First Nations, from the disparity in education outcomes and poor health to the lack of clean running water and safe housing."
The NDP support the principles outlined in the important Declaration of Commitment released today.
We remain committed to building a new nation-to-nation relationship with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The cornerstone of this relationship is real co-operation and meaningful consultation that fully respects Aboriginal rights.
Today's Declaration calls for action on important issues such as improving housing and schools on reserves, respecting treaty and non-treaty rights, and rethinking our approach to resource development, all of which must be part of the federal government`s dialogue with First Nations.
Now is the time to begin a new relationship with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples to replace today`s broken relationship. We need to act now and help realize the potential that exists within dynamic young First Nation communities. We cannot continue down the current path and alienate another generation of aboriginal peoples. Canada is stronger when we choose to work together.
I'll add more reaction as I get it, so check back for updates.
UPDATE: I asked Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan's office if he had any comment to make on the day's events, as well as the 'declaration of commitment' that brought the fast to an end.
Here's what I got in response:
Declaration: Our government met with Aboriginal leaders on January 11 to discuss pressing issues for First Nation communities. That meeting produced concrete commitments and we continue to work with those Aboriginal leaders who choose to work with the Government of Canada to improve living conditions and create jobs in their communities.
End of fast: Any responsible person would urge Chief Spence to resume eating solid food.
Meanwhile, PMO offered no formal comment, although a spokesperson did offer the following:
At our end, the Prime Minister looks forward to working with National Chief Atleo in the coming weeks to follow up on the meeting that was just held.
We will continue to work with those First Nations willing to work with us on creating jobs, economic growth and long-term prosperity.
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