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![]() 2-02757 GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES IMMEDIATE ACTION ON FIRST NATIONS DRINKING WATEROTTAWA, ONTARIO (March 21, 2006) -The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, with Phil Fontaine, the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), today launched a plan of action to address drinking water concerns in First Nation communities. “The government will ensure that First Nation leaders have access to the tools and resources they need to deliver clean water to their residents,” said Minister Prentice. “All parties with responsibilities in this area must take decisive action and achieve measurable results.” This plan of action includes:
"Today's announcement is an encouraging first step in our larger
efforts to close the gap in the quality of life between First Nations
and non-Aboriginal Canadians," said AFN National Chief Phil Fontaine.
"This approach shows we can work together to find solutions that
take people “I fully support the measures announced today, as they will help
address the problems that lead to drinking water advisories. Health Canada
will support this plan by enhancing a monitoring system that serves as
an early warning for potential risks to public health, and by providing
additional support to identified communities most at risk,” said
Minister of Health, Tony Clement.” Minister’s Office Media Relations Unit Media Enquiries: Fact Sheet - Improving Water Quality On-Reserve - Assessing Risk on Drinking Water Systems Fact Sheet - Improving Water Quality On-Reserve - Roles and Responsibilities Fact Sheet - Improving Water Quality On-Reserve - Operators training and certification Frequently Asked Questions - Improving Water Quality On-Reserve Effective Action on First Nations Water Protocol for Safe Drinking Water in First Nations Communities |
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