Article link: http://www.vancouversun.com/business/resources/First+Nations+Haida+development+company+runs+forestry/10228684/story.html

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The article mentions about the First Nations taking control of BC north coast’s businesses and economic development with the help with their own management companies.

The First Nation has not only aiming for profit, but also maximizing employment, respecting the environment and spreading the culture. In my point of view, this condition is beneficial to the aboriginal group in Canada. Native Indian people were the original owners of the land, it is still their right to keep it. According to the article “Background: The Indian Act”, Canadian government was trying to assimilate the aboriginal group. This action lasted for over 100 years, which I believe it had truly violated the local Indian culture. Therefore, by controlling the land and starting up businesses, the First Nation is able to protect, maintain and spread their culture.

Also, one of the main objective of the Haida community is to maximize employment in the north coast area. This action will not only benefit the aboriginal group, but it will also bring job opportunities to everyone, which is benefiting the society. At this point, the Haida community can also be considered as a social enterprise.

By taking control of the businesses and economic development of BC north coast, the First Nation is not only able to benefit themselves, protecting their culture, but they are also bringing positive impacts to the local society. Thereby, in my opinion, this action should be encouraged by the Canadian government.