OTTAWA — Justice Minister Sean Fraser apologized Wednesday for recent comments about the federal government’s duty to consult First Nations regarding developing projects on their territories, saying his words “potentially eroded a very precarious trust.”

Justice Minister Sean Fraser apologized for his comments on his understanding of the federal government's duty to consult First Nations.{ai:summary}Justice Minister Sean Fraser issued an apology for remarks he made concerning the government's obligation to consult First Nations on projects in their territories. He acknowledged that his comments may have damaged the fragile trust between the government and Indigenous communities. #society

Justice minister apologizes for comments that 'potentially eroded' trust with Indigenous peoples

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