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March 4, 2016. In a headdress ceremony on Friday, the Tsuut’ina Nation bestowed the name of “Gumistiyi,” which means “The One Who Keeps Trying,” on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The headdress presented to Trudeau symbolizes accomplishment, respect, bravery and peace-building. "Mr. Prime Minister, your election has brought with it expectations, high ones, that the historical obstacles to recognition and achievement ... will finally be accomplished," said Tsuut’ina Chief Roy Whitney-Onespot. Trudeau said again that there is no relationship more important to him and to Canada than the one with First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde, who was also presented with a headdress, said close attention is being paid to the upcoming federal budget that “there will be something” in it for First Nations.
Trudeau given name in headdress ceremony
March 4, 2016. In a headdress ceremony on Friday, the Tsuut’ina Nation bestowed the name of “Gumistiyi,” which means “The One Who Keeps Trying,” on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The headdress presented to Trudeau symbolizes accomplishment, respect, bravery and peace-building. "Mr. Prime Minister, your election has brought with it expectations, high ones, that the historical obstacles to recognition and achievement ... will finally be accomplished," said Tsuut’ina Chief Roy Whitney-Onespot. Trudeau said again that there is no relationship more important to him and to Canada than the one with First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde, who was also presented with a headdress, said close attention is being paid to the upcoming federal budget that “there will be something” in it for First Nations.
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