Exploring Theme: "Indigenous-led Initiatives"

APTN: Two First Nations in B.C. came together this week to sign a declaration recognizing their child welfare jurisdiction. To mark the occasion and follow their tradition, the Gitsegukla traded salmon with the Simpcw. There was also drumming and singing during their ceremony in Prince George, B.C. Gitsegukla Chief Anne Howard said the declaration was...

First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) while acknowledging “some promising components” in Bill 26 also have the following concerns: The amendments were prepared unilaterally and without consultation by BC The amendments are technical and operational and do not go far enough in addressing the principles of UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Truth and Reconciliation...