Welcome to this edition of articles. The subject matter covers the spectrum of Aboriginal Title, Aboriginal Rights, Reconciliation and Economic opportunity.
BC is experiencing a reversal on both reconciliation and Aboriginal Title. The reversal on reconciliation is highlighted by the Provincial approach toward UNDRIP after the initial legislation. The BC reversal is attributable to the Cowichan which recognized Aboriginal title for the Cowichan Tribes over lands in Richmond, B.C, marking a historic precedent in Canadian law. The implications for fee simple lands was the spark that set off the Provincial opposition. Misconceptions lead to opposition. The Haida/BC decision is a prime example of how fear by the municipalities of losing authority was exaggerated. In a practical sense the municipalities from Queen Charlotte City up to Old Masset have their same authority and responsibilities. The only difference is the role the Haida now play with respect to Crown Lands.
The issue of not allowing Cannabis sales on Reserve is controversial. Why should the Province be the sole vendor. The issue of Section 35 rights is the main focus for many communities in legitimizing the sale of cannabis on Reserve.
Read the articles on these subjects and others in the links below:
- “Declarations of Aboriginal Title Are Not Discretionary” – ABLawg
- https://bigthink.com/sponsored/indigenous-land-rights-and-the-future-of-climate-policy/?li_fat_id=eb9022f7-6d19-446c-ae69-341fe660532e
- National – Reversing course on reconciliation?
- More work to be done, as First Nations leaders unveil ‘sacred’ items returned by Vatican
- At PDAC, mining told it must overcome past to gain Indigenous support
- Membertou First Nation tells province, RCMP to butt out of cannabis and tobacco sales | CBC News
- MCA reaffirms Akwesasne mobility rights
- Emergency first responder initiative expanding into more First Nations – NWONewsWatch.com
- Southern Chiefs’ Organization call on federal government to commit to multi-year funding for mental health | CBC News
- First Nation-owned mine in Manitoba gets green light to begin production | CBC News
- Chiefs deliver fiery message to Alberta Premier over separation
- First Nations Chiefs meet with King Charles to discuss Alberta separation | Edmonton Journal
- Chief in Alberta says ‘a lot of dishonesty, a lot of rhetoric’ in legislature
- Snuneymuxw First Nation sounds alarm on pollution at Nanaimo, B.C., industrial park | CBC News
