Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development

The Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, now known as the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, is a senior government official in Canada responsible for policies and programs related to Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) and northern regions. Their role includes managing issues like Indigenous rights, land claims, socio-economic development, and northern infrastructure. They serve as a liaison between the federal government and Indigenous communities, ensuring their concerns are addressed within national policy frameworks, while also overseeing the development and well-being of Canada’s northern territories.