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.
The event opened with acknowledgements from Esquimalt and Songhees Nation representatives, and a performance from the Lekwungen Traditional Dancers. Dr. Paula Cashin, a Mi'kmaq physician from Newfoundland, spoke about the maltreatment of Indigenous peoples from the Canadian medical system, mentioning racial segregation,"substandard" care for Indigenous people, experimental treatments and"forced and coerced sterilization".
CMA president Dr. Joss Reimer recognized the systemic and physical harms caused by the Canadian medical system, and hopes they can rebuild their relationships on the foundation's of "trust, accountability and reciprocity".
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