Canadian Medical Association apologizes for racism against First Nations – Interior News
The association acknowledged its abusive and racist history
The association that represents Canadian physicians issued an apology at a ceremony in Victoria for their part in contributing to the racism and abuse against Indigenous people.
On Wednesday, Sept, 18, delegates from the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) and dozens of representatives from Indigenous tribes across the country gathered at the Victoria Conference Centre where the CMA issued their apology.
The event opened with acknowledgements from Esquimalt and Songhees Nation representatives, and a performance from the Lekwungen Traditional Dancers.
