'I regret it,' Trudeau says of Tofino vacation on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says travelling to Tofino, B.C. for a vacation on the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was a 'mistake' and he's focused on making amends.

During an announcement on Wednesday, Trudeau addressed the controversy that drew criticism from politicians and Indigenous leaders last week.

“Travelling on September 30th was a mistake, and I regret it. The first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation was a time for Indigenous people and non-Indigenous people alike to reflect and connect, think about the past but also focus on the future," he said.

“There's a lot of work for us all to do and I'm committed to doing it."

Trudeau said he looks forward to visiting the Tk’emlúps te Secwe̓pemc, which invited the prime minister twice to events last Thursday in recognition of the day.