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More than 2200 Hectares of territorial land transferred to the Wei Wai Kum First Nation
More than 2200 Hectares of territorial land transferred to the Wei Wai Kum First Nation
More than 2200 Hectares of territorial land transferred to the Wei Wai Kum First Nation
Monday 29th August 2022
Wei Wai Kum First Nation and British Columbia reach a landmark land transfer agreement after 25 years, marking a step towards reconciliation.
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Get the buttons here!Wei Wai Kum First Nation's Landmark Land Transfer: A Step Towards Reconciliation
I feel like that is changing, but it has hardly felt like negotiation sometimes, where we spend a lot of time posturing and we each have our mandates from, in my case, my membership and my other counselors, and it's frustrating at times because it doesn't feel like there's a lot of give and take at the table, although I do feel like that is changing.
Picture this: after 25 years of patient negotiations, the Wei Wai Kum First Nation and the province of British Columbia have reached a pivotal agreement. More than 2200 hectares of territorial land, located just west of Campbell River, will now be transferred to the Wei Wai Kum. This landmark deal is a significant step forward in the ongoing journey towards reconciliation.
Chris Roberts, the elected chief councillor of Wei Wai Kum, shares his thoughts on the agreement and the intricate negotiation process in this compelling episode of People First Radio. The land, which is expected to yield around 10,000 cubic meters of annual harvest, holds promise for both economic and cultural benefits for the Wei Wai Kum community. However, as Roberts emphasizes, this agreement is just one piece of the larger puzzle of reconciliation.
The episode dives deep into the details of the land transfer, shedding light on the challenges faced during negotiations and the broader implications for the community. It also explores the role of government in facilitating such agreements and the importance of ongoing collaboration to address jurisdictional differences and empower First Nations in decision-making processes.
This episode isn't just about a land transfer; it's about recognizing the resilience and determination of the Wei Wai Kum First Nation and the commitment required from all parties to build a more just and equitable future. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of what true reconciliation entails and the steps needed to achieve it.