The Chretien government proposed legislation designed to give natives more power over their economy. Indian Affairs Minister Robert Nault said the government intends to create four public institutions which would give Canada's native community the ability to attract more investment and pave the road to self-determination.

Date: 2002-08-15
Placeline: OTTAWA, Ontario.
Source: The Canadian Press
Length: 12 seconds

Transcript Prediction: << this is a historic moment for all Canadians the fiscal and statistical management Act is a first Nationwide initiative it is approved and supported by the Assembly of First Nations and the national chief >>

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