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First Nations Self-government Recognition Act Bill S-212 - an analysis by Judith Sayers

From Judith Sayers Blog

WHAT'S IN THE FIRST NATIONS SELF-GOVERNMENT RECOGNITION ACT BILL S-212?

June 26, 2013 - 9:29pm - Judith Sayers

Courts reaffirm First Nation treaty rights to commercial fishing in BC

AFN Press Release

AFN National Chief Welcomes Decision by B.C. Court of Appeal reaffirming fishing rights - says it's high time to get on with implementing First Nation rights

OTTAWA, July 2, 2013 /CNW/ - National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo stated today that First Nations welcome the B.C. Court of Appeal reaffirming its earlier major legal ruling recognizing the commercial fishing rights of Nuu-chah-nulth Nations.

Elders Forum Online July 3 and 4, 2013

Participate in the Elders Forum hosted by the Far North Joint Working Group. Ask a question and share your comments with others online. All are welcome.

http://live.knet.ca/forum

On July 3 and 4, the Joint Working Group is holding a meeting with a small group of Elders from across the Far North to hear their perspectives on land use planning. The knowledge of the Elders will help guide our work.

Chief Dan George's speech Lament for Confederation on Canada's 100th year "birthday"

From Vancouver Sun

This day in history: July 1, 1967

 VANCOUVER SUN JULY 1, 2013 

 This day in history: July 1, 1967

Sovereignty Summer: Idle No More launches new website to highlight First Nations struggle

From Rabble.ca

Sovereignty Summer: Idle No More launches new website to amplify impact of the movement

BY RABBLE STAFF | JUNE 28, 2013

Cultural Survival launches radio series of short clips on Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC)

News release

Cultural Survival Launches Radio Series on Free, Prior and Informed Consent