Gen. Mary Simon says reconciliation hasn’t returned to the back burner as the country pushes forward to develop major projects. In an interview just ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Simon tells The Canadian Press she sees a firm commitment to ensure Indigenous Peoples are involved as the major projects process evolves. She says there has been a commitment for governments and businesses to work with Indigenous Peoples, and that Indigenous Peoples need strong economies to thrive and survive. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 29, 2025. Alessia Passafiume, The Canadian Press