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NAN calls for more accountability on First Nations drinking water advisories

NAN calls for more accountability on First Nations drinking water advisories

The Grand Chief of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation says the federal government needs to improve its commitment to bringing clean drinking water to First Nations. The auditor general released a report Friday finding that Indigenous Services Canada has not provided enough support to ensure that First Nations have ongoing access to safe drinking water. She issued five recommendations aimed at rectifying the problems.