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Sylvie Bérubé

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 31, 2023
Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé (Abitibi—Baie-James—Nunavik—Eeyou, BQ)
  • 04:34:36 p.m.
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Thank you, Mr. Chair. Thank you to the witnesses for joining us, both in person and remotely. My question is for Ms. Playne. In an op‑ed piece that appeared in the Toronto Star on Saturday, you said that Métis youth felt disheartened and anxious. You also spoke about polarization, saying partisan politics was a growing problem impacting Métis youth. Can you give the committee a clearer picture of the concerns you have regarding Métis youth?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 04:36:28 p.m.
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What impact would Bill C‑53 have on Métis youth?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 04:37:14 p.m.
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I'm going to turn to Mr. Stenlund. I commend you for participating in the committee's study. It takes a lot of courage to be here as a student. What are your concerns regarding Métis youth?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 04:38:28 p.m.
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My question is for both Ms. Playne and Mr. Stenlund. In the current landscape, what happens to Métis young people when they grow up? When something like this goes on and on, what is the intergenerational impact?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 04:39:44 p.m.
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My last question is for Ms. Omeniho. What does recognition mean for women in Métis communities?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:22:30 p.m.
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Thank you, Mr. Chair. Thank you to the witnesses for being here today. My question is for both witnesses. The passage of Bill C‑53 could undermine current efforts to advance reconciliation with first nations. What do you make of that?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:23:51 p.m.
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It's sometimes said that the passage of Bill C‑53 would undermine current efforts to advance reconciliation with first nations. What are your thoughts on that?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:25:02 p.m.
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Do you have anything to add, Mr. Desjarlais?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:25:13 p.m.
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My question is for the CEO of Matawa First Nations. You passed Resolution 17-28-07-2022, which stipulates that Matawa member first nations reject Métis assertions in the Matawa homelands and territories. The resolution also rejects Ontario's recognition of the Métis claims as an indigenous people group constitutionally equal to the first nations people of the Matawa member first nations. Can you elaborate on those assertions?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:26:00 p.m.
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About two weeks ago, Mr. Desjarlais, you met with Minister Anandasangaree to express your opposition to Bill C‑53, among other things. You urged the minister to go back to the drawing board and carry out proper consultations. What should those consultations look like?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:27:15 p.m.
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You said earlier that treaties should always be honoured. Otherwise, it opens the door to division. Can you explain that, please?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:28:32 p.m.
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You also talked about the James Bay Treaty. What is the difference between the James Bay Treaty and your treaties?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:40:12 p.m.
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I have a point of order, Mr. Chair.
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:40:17 p.m.
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The interpretation has stopped.
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:40:24 p.m.
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The interpreter indicated that the witness's audio quality was too poor.
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:47:17 p.m.
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Thank you, Mr. Chair. Mr. Desjarlais, you said that Bill C‑53 would create two tiers of governments. Do you think the interests of first nations and the claims of Métis have to be at odds with one another?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:48:00 p.m.
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What position would you have taken had you been consulted on Bill C‑53 beforehand?
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Context: Bill C-53, An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments (INAN) - Oct/31/23
Ms. Sylvie Bérubé
  • 05:48:40 p.m.
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What does the CEO of Matawa First Nations have to say?
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