B.C. could turn into 'battleground' without DRIPA as road map: First Nations leaders
First Nations leaders say repeal of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act could derail reconciliation and block economic projects without their involvement.
- British Columbia's Conservatives secured a majority government with 93 seats on Saturday, and Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson confirmed plans to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act .
- The First Nations Leadership Council warned that British Columbia faces a crossroads with the incoming Conservative government, offering a choice between reconciliation and becoming a "battleground."
- Grand Chief Stewart Phillip of the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs called outgoing Premier David Eby's loss "hugely disappointing," urging the province to pursue reconciliation over "battleground B.C."
- At a Sunday press conference, Doerkson said he remains "completely committed to working with First Nations," pledging a "path forward of respect, partnership, friendship and conversation" despite the DRIPA repeal.
- Chief Terry Teegee of the Assembly demanded a zero-tolerance policy against anti-Indigenous racism, as swearing-in ceremonies for the new government are not expected until Nov. 18.
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Next premier pledges to work with First Nations – while axing Indigenous rights legislation | Ha-Shilth-Sa Newspaper
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