Wab Kinew interrupts first remarks by Manitobaâs new Indigenous relations minister Minutes after he was sworn in, Alan Lagimodiere, who is Metis, told reporters the original intentions behind residential schools were not all bad
Author of the article: The Canadian Press
Publishing date: Jul 15, 2021  â¢Â 10 hours ago  â¢Â 3 minute read  â¢Â Alan Lagimodiere, left, Manitoba s Indigenous relations minister, is confronted by Opposition NDP Leader Wab Kinew shortly after being sworn in to cabinet at the Manitoba legislature in Winnipeg on Thursday, July 15, 2021. Photo by Steve Lambert/The Canadian Press
Article content
WINNIPEG â No sooner had Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister faced criticism Thursday from his outgoing Indigenous relations minister, his incoming minister landed in hot water for defending some of the intent behind residential schools.
New Manitoba Indigenous relations minister walks back residential school comments, as predecessor criticizes premier windsorstar.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from windsorstar.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.