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Ashton Calls On Ottawa To Launch Inquiry Into Death Of Abraham Donkey

The call for an inquiry into the death of NCN member Abraham Donkey has made its way to the House of Commons in Ottawa. 

 

During question period last week Niki Ashton told her colleagues that Donkey, a 58-year old heart patient, had died while on a bus headed to Winnipeg for an appointment ten days after receiving heart surgery.  

 

She said that both systemic racism and underfunding kill, and that Abraham’s family is seeking justice and wants to make sure this never happens again.

 

Ashton then called on Jane Philpott, the Minister of Indigenous Services, to meet with Donkey’s family and to investigate this quote inexcusable tragedy.  

 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responded to Ashton’s question, saying that the Department of Indigenous Services is looking into the details of the matter.

 

He added that the tragedy confirms the need for improved health services designed, managed and delivered by and for Indigenous communities.

 

Trudeau said that that is something his government will continue to work towards. 

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