Justice minister says he apologized to Chief Cindy Woodhouse

Jun 4, 2025

Justice Minister Sean Fraser, stopping to speak with reporters Wednesday morning, said he felt compelled to apologize publicly after AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse contacted him expressing issues with comments he made the day before about consultation with Indigenous groups over resource projects. Fraser said he understands it is essential work is done in partnership with Indigenous groups when it comes to resource project selection and any conditions or concerns that may arise.