Trudeau’s comments were in response to protesters from the Grassy Narrows First Nation, who have suffered due to high concentrations of mercury
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing criticism for his response to First Nations protesters at a high-end Liberal Party fundraiser, in which he thanked the protesters for their donations after they interrupted the event to raise awareness about mercury poisoning in the local water supply.
Trudeau’s comments were in response to protesters from the Grassy Narrows First Nation, who for years have suffered health risks due to high concentrations of mercury in the English-Wabigoon river system. Trudeau has long framed his government as being conscious of First Nations issues and has said Canada needs to reconcile with its past and current wrongdoings toward Aboriginal people.
The video showed Trudeau making a speech during a Laurier Club event at the high-end Omni King Edward Hotel. Laurier Events are Liberal Party fundraisers in which patrons must donate a minimum of $1,500 to attend.
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