Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) says with the many promises made on the campaign trail for the federal election, it plans to hold the newly formed government accountable on those promises.

Grand Chief Garrison Settee congratulated Justin Trudeau on his re-election, adding that he appreciated the support First Nations received over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.

He urges all MPs elected Monday to work closely with First Nations to ensure treaty rights are upheld and recognized.

Settee adds there’s much work to be done when it comes to reconciliation, and cooperation is important in closing the gaps between First Nations and non-Indigenous communities.

He goes on to thank northern Manitobans who voted in the election, and expressed admiration to all Indigenous candidates who ran in the race.