Anishinabek Nation statement on federal Cabinet shuffle

Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Glen Hare wishes to acknowledge the recent federal Cabinet shuffle that took place earlier today and welcome the new ministers as they undertake their new roles.

“I would like to acknowledge the refreshing interest and commitment that Minister Philpott dedicated to many issues in her role as Minister of Indigenous Services over a very short time,” stated Grand Council Chief Hare. “She made significant headway in a number of important areas, especially with child well-being. She was a ‘straight shooter’—where she meant what she said, soon followed by action. I wish her all of the best in her new role.”
The current Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, Seamus O’Regan, will be taking over the role of Minister of Indigenous Services.

“With the appointment of Minister O’Regan, I hope that the momentum of his predecessor is maintained and that we see a genuine effort to support the change we want to see.”

Jody Wilson-Raybould, the current Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, will become the new Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, making her the first Indigenous person to be the Attorney General of Canada.

There has been significant advancement in a number of areas that the Anishinabek Nations are pursuing, and expects that Canada is responsive even more than ever.