Amd why is this a gross embarrassment…are you embarrassed to be part of civil society? I would be more embarrassed to be part of the government if they are unable to sign onto a declaration from the United Nations that says they should respect indigenous rights. It is appalling and disgusting that they will not sign onto this, let alone pass a bill that would require the country to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing GHG emissions would mean that Canada actually cares about protecting groups affected by climate change. Many of these groups are marginalized groups, such as indigenous peoples.

What is even more grossly embarrassing, is that after people have made a statement that these two issues are very important to them…there has been no news as to whether the government will sign the declaration or pass the bill.