M-618 Repatriation of the remains of Demasduit and Nonosabusut

That, in the opinion of the House, the Government of Canada should: (a) formally request that the Government of the United Kingdom facilitate the repatriation of the remains of Demasduit and Nonosabusut, which are currently maintained by the National Museum of Scotland, in order to respect the wishes of the Miawpukek First Nation and those affected; (b) work with the Miawpukek First Nation, Qalipu First Nation, the Assembly of First Nations, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Beothuk Institute, and other relevant stakeholders, to facilitate the repatriation process; and (c) uphold high ethical standards that respect Aboriginal culture and traditions, while determining the means by which the remains should be preserved and respected.