Karen Sorensen from Alberta, Banff National Park, Treaty 7 territory.

Thank you. It is certainly my privilege to be here today to be a part of this bill and this evening.

Under the Indian Act, Indigenous communities were deprived of the right to manage their own affairs but, despite this, Whitecap Dakota has a long track record of excellence in economic development, service delivery and land management.

Could you elaborate, Chief Bear, on what steps Whitecap Dakota has taken over the years to develop this capacity for self-government? It is a fascinating story. I am sure it will be difficult to put into a concise answer, but what made the difference?

Pardon my ignorance, but could you elaborate on what section 87 and section 91 are?

Rarely, if ever.

Sing a song.

Wow.

Congratulations on everything you’ve accomplished. Much respect for your leadership and the leadership of your council for moving all of that forward in such an amazing way.