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House Hansard - 62

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 2, 2022 11:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 62 - May/2/22
Ms. Niki Ashton (Churchill—Keewatinook Aski, NDP)
  • May/2/22 2:49:02 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, Peguis First Nation is once again facing devastating flooding and unprecedented water levels, with 900 people evacuated and over 600 homes impacted. In 2009 and 2011, the Manitoba NDP government and the federal government supported Peguis. Today, the situation is worse. This is a climate emergency. Peguis needs support now, including from the military, which has stepped up for first nations during emergencies. Will the federal government work with Peguis and the province to ensure they get all the help they need, including urgent military support now?
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Context: House Hansard - 62 - May/2/22
Mr. Vance Badawey (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, Lib.)
  • May/2/22 2:49:40 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I am very concerned that Peguis First Nation is experiencing flooding events again this year. They have been impacted significantly by previous flooding, and their communities have been working to rebuild their homes and their community. The Canadian Red Cross and Indigenous Services Canada are working with Chief Hudson to evacuate residents as required. We will continue to work with the community to ensure that they have the resources and supports they need, as this is an active event.
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