Overview
- At St. Boniface Cathedral Cemetery, the prime minister called Riel a foundational figure for Manitoba and Canada.
- He said Riel’s legacy now helps unite a maturing country determined to reconcile with and learn from its history.
- Carney pledged to honour Riel’s legacy by working in partnership toward reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
- MMF President David Chartrand welcomed the visit as significant recognition, with dignitaries from federal, provincial and municipal governments present.
- Premier Wab Kinew highlighted the symbolism given a prime minister once pushed for Riel’s execution, noting Riel is now recognized as Manitoba’s founder and its first honorary premier.