Government Striving for a Better “Relationship” with First Nations: Better Friends than Enemies

There has never been a fair deal between the government and the First Nations in Canadian history for rights, freedom, land or justice. The Indigenous people had no choice but to fight for their land to ensure that there would be no mining, no flooding and no commercial road building in their homes. The result of defending their “Aboriginal Wilderness Preserve” was a difficult, costly and time consuming battle which took a quarter of a century to win — only a more justice response.

This article spits out the truth about First Nations and environment issues that are often unrevealed by the media and industrial companies. The article warns the readers “Seek no great truths from them” which is certainly agreeable.

According to this news article, Supreme Court of Canada affirmed the Aboriginal rights and titles. The new partnership with the Natives would decrease the power and revenue of the Government since the First Nations would also be included in the decision making process. Also, the First Nations Chief has already requested for an expansion of revenue shares. Christy Clark expresses her view and replied that  “partnerships don’t mean we won’t have disagreements.” This new partnership with the First Nations is certainly a first step in improving the distorted relationship for the Government as a “relationship” is an important factor in any business canvas.

 

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