Defence Minister Bill Blair highlights the importance of building and strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities for Canada's national security and prosperity, particularly in the Arctic region. He calls for a more collaborative and respectful approach to gain trust and involve community leaders in decision-making processes.
OTTAWA — Defence Minister Bill Blair says his department's future success depends upon building and strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities in a way that's consistent with reconciliation.
Blair says defence of the North is Canada's greatest responsibility, and building infrastructure and having a persistent, reliable presence in the Arctic region is crucial to national security and community prosperity.
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