Alberta Premier Danielle Smith criticizes the federal government for failing in its jurisdiction, particularly Indigenous healthcare. The premier expresses frustration at Ottawa’s interference in provincial affairs instead of focusing on its own responsibilities.
During the annual premiers’ conference in Winnipeg, Smith emphasizes the need for better support from the federal government for Indigenous communities in urban areas and those struggling with mental health and addiction crises.
Treaty 6 First Nations in Western Canada recently declared a state of emergency due to increasing opioid deaths. They are calling on all levels of government, including the federal government, for immediate support and funding to address the crisis.
Grand Chief Leonard Standingontheroad states that the confederacy expects the federal government to intervene and provide more effective, flexible, and long-lasting support.
The confederacy asserts that the treaty’s medicine chest clause obligates the federal government to provide ongoing healthcare. It expects all levels of government to honor their treaty obligations.
Alberta Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams acknowledges that addiction has devastating effects on families and communities, particularly in First Nations communities. The province is actively partnering with First Nations to address the issue and promote reconciliation.
Williams highlights the government’s commitment to build and fully fund a recovery community in partnership with Enoch Cree Nation. The province is also constructing and funding three more recovery communities in collaboration with Tsuut’ina Nation, Siksika Nation, and Kainai Nation.
Williams agrees with the confederacy’s call for increased support from the federal government for First Nations communities.
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