In Ottawa, meetings with local community leaders from northwestern Ontario took place to discuss pressing issues.
Representatives from Muskrat Dam First Nation, Lac Seul First Nation, and Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation were present, and conversations focused on economic growth, infrastructure, and community health and safety.
It's an honour to advocate for northern communities in Parliament.
A speech in the House of Commons condemned the government's inaction on the Ear Falls sawmill shutdown, citing unacceptable lumber tariffs that tripled under the Prime Minister's watch, from 14 to 45 percent.
Author's summary: Advocating for northern communities and sawmills.