Question Period Note: Papal Visit and Apology

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Reference number:
CIR-2022-QP-0038
Date received:
Jun 23, 2022
Organization:
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Name of Minister:
Miller, Marc (Hon.)
Title of Minister:
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations

Suggested Response:

• The Government of Canada joins Indigenous Peoples in welcoming a formal apology from His Worship, Pope Francis.
• Canada and the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops have a shared commitment to healing and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
• In his statement, Pope Francis clearly indicated his intention to visit Canada. During the Papal visit, the Government of Canada will support Indigenous partners in the fulfillment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Call to Action #58.

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