Public Declaration of Gifts or Other Advantages

As required under the Conflict of Interest Act
Statutory requirement(s):
25. (5) If a reporting public office holder or a member of his or her family accepts any single gift or other advantage that has a value of $200 or more, other than one from a relative or friend, the reporting public office holder shall, within 30 days after accepting the gift or other advantage, make a public declaration that provides sufficient detail to identify the gift or other advantage accepted, the donor and the circumstances under which it was accepted.
51. (1) The Commissioner shall maintain a registry consisting of the following documents for examination by the public:
(a)
public declarations made under section 25.
Declaration type
Gifts (Act)
Disclosure date
2026-07-07
Regime
Conflict of Interest Act

Nature
- Handmade fan earrings
- Handmade ribbon skirt
- Tall white leather mukluks
- Embroidered mittens

The value of this gift is over $1000
Source
David Monias, Chief of Pimicikamak Cree Nation
Circumstance
This handmade gift was presented to me during my visit to Cross Lake while attending meetings in the community. It reflects the richness of Indigenous art, history, and culture, and shows the exceptional skill and craftsmanship of Indigenous artisans.

In recognition of the gift’s cultural significance and symbolic meaning, the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner has determined, in accordance with subsection 11(3) of the Conflict of Interest Act, that it is not to be forfeited to His Majesty in right of Canada. I am therefore able to proudly wear it as a representation of the talent, heritage, and traditions of Indigenous communities.
Gift received date
2026-05-22