Ouellette speech highlights language debate in Canadian Parliament
CBC reported Winnipeg Centre MP Robert Falcon Ouellette spoke in Cree in the House, drawing praise for language but debate over multilingualism. The piece argues Canada should focus on common issues like water, health care, and economic development, including reform of the Indian Act and promoting home ownership.
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Canadians push for recognizing farmers as land stewards
A January motion by Conservative MP Martin Shields urges the government to recognize ranchers and farmers as land stewards and conservationists. Debate on May 9 highlighted cross party support and the need for policies to support private farm and ranch land conservation and restoration projects.
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