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Rustad’s question, which he posted before getting any confirmation from NH, was met with a flood of comments both condemning, and supporting the post which he has since removed. Teegee noted he hoped NH had informed Rustad of the priorities of the vaccine and the fact nearly 36 per cent of people with COVID-19 in the NH region were First Nations, even though they make up less than 17 per cent of the region’s population. Teegee made the comment on Rustad’s original Facebook post before i...

Surrey councillor Jack Hundial produced a motion last month to “develop a meaningful, respectful acknowledgement before every Council and Committee meeting … in recognition that we are settlers here on this Coast Salish Land.” However, Safe Surrey Coalition (SSC) council members, including Mayor Doug McCallum, rejected the motion January 11 in a 5-4 vote. SSC councillor Allison Patton said Hundial was not being “authentic.” While Hundial expressed he was “shocked” after the re...

"We are excited to embrace the opportunities offered by modern technology," BC Natural Resources Forum communications manager Claire Perusse said in an email last year. "Our digital platform will enable participants to share knowledge, new research findings, innovative practices, and case studies. The virtual program will include live webinars, panel discussions, presentations, and interactive Q&A sessions." In addition, there will be daily, virtual "breakout rooms" to allow for online networ...

Meanwhile, the federal government faced additional criticism from First Nations leaders on Wednesday over its December decision

"Three guys with first responder training stopped and helped me until the ambulance and R.C.M.P. got to the scene." Angus said. "If it wasnt for them and wearing a helmet I wouldnt be here." Anguss injuries were extensive. He slipped into a coma. From Prince George, he was flown to Vancouver General Hospital where he was assessed and treated for one month. His sister, who is a nurse in Edmonton, requested Angus be transferred to University of Alberta Hospital where he could have family suppor...