Canadian Medical Association apologizes for harms to Indigenous Peoples | APTN News

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The 150-year-old Canadian Medical Association apologized for the harms done to First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples by the medical system Wednesday.

The group, which represents Canada’s physicians, said it was “deeply ashamed” and “owning its history” of racism, neglect and abuse.

The apology was made during a tradition-filled ceremony in Victoria, B.C., and attended by representatives from First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. The event was also live-streamed across the country, but there was no opportunity for reporters to ask questions.