June 21st, a day set aside to celebrate the aboriginal peoples of this land. For many aboriginal people and their governments and organizations, this is a statutory holiday so their staff can participate in the many celebrations that go on around the province.

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Chief Bert Mack and his wife Lil Mack. Photo taken January 9th, 2009 at Hupacasath House of Gathering,

Port Alberni, BC on the Occasion ofChief Bert Mack passing his chieftainship to his Daughter Anne Mack.

Watching the news this morning and seeing the determined Musqueam and their supporters blocking off Arthur Laing Bridge during rush hour in the rain, I was filled with pride and the need to cheer "yes!" Go Musqueam, keep elevating the profile and action until you get results!

WARRIORS AND PROTECTORS OF THEIR ANCESTORS

Much is being said these days to mark 30 years since the Constitution Act, 1982 was passed as law in this country. The Constitution Act 1982 contains the Charter of Rights and Freedom and much of the focus of discussions is based on the Charter.

We were told the recent federal budget intended to ensure that First Nations “become full and contributing members to the Canadian economy

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Just when you think that all the things that could go wrong with the Missing Women’s Inquiry has occurred, something even more atrocious happens.

When Robin Gervais who was independent counsel for aboriginal interests resigned and Wally Oppal announced he was going to find a replacement, I thought, which lawyer in their right mind would step forward and do that?

Has Your First Nations been faced with the following kind of questions?: