Kenora MP Greg Rickord is looking forward to this afternoon's meeting between aboriginal leaders, the Prime Minister and other government officials.

Rickford says he continues to work closely with area First Nations on addressing their concerns.
and feels most communities are making some headway.

Rickford will be in attendance at the meeting along with Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan.

He says open dialogue continues to be key for the Federal Government.

The meeting comes at a time when tensions are starting to flare between the government and First Nations