Comments on: Why Indigenous Authority is Important to You

By: Curt Gesch

Curt Gesch — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 17:24:36 +0000

I understand that the issue of government-to-government talks is central to the issue. I would expect that provincial and federal government leaders would hasten the area (here I mean the Bulkley Valley/ Wet’suet’en lands) and address their opponents face to face. It’s what we advocate as a way of addressing difficulties in our homes, our schools, and our churches.

By: Jacquie Howell

Jacquie Howell — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 22:24:20 +0000

Bishop Mark: Could you clarify why we hear Heritage Chiefs are taking these steps to support their indigenous rights and 20 Chiefs within the Indigenous Community have signed treaties to allow activity on their land I agree that we have not been supportive of Indigenous Rights but I am confused by conflicting statements within their community. I know this is not a simple question. I do have concern about the economic impact for all Canadians – Our indigenous family receive and need economic support too. Blockaded may hurt many, many people. As Christians we must be supportive but that must includes ALL Canadians. – Original inhabitants and settlers, white, black and Brown Jacquie

By: James Brown

James Brown — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 22:14:22 +0000

That is fine. However, the rest of Canada has to survive. Shut down the livelihood of hundreds of rail workers. Threaten those who are on propane with a heating shortage. Hold all of Canada ransom because of a few leaders who disagree with the majority of the indigenous chiefs. Sorry, you don’t hold the rest of Canada ransom. The point has been made the economic sustainability of the country has to be maintained. Move on and negotiate without threatening the rest of Canada. This is winter indigenous rights are fine but the point has been made.

By: Karen Pidcock

Karen Pidcock — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 07:19:40 +0000

Thanks, Mark, for reminding us of the bottom line call for indigenous rights to be recognized, affirmed & upheld in this country!

By: Kate

Kate — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:23:57 +0000

I heartily agreed and stand behind my step-siblings in their willingness to stand up for the earth, our home. But ignoring the rights of Indigineos landholder and stepping on them in the name of colonial authority is strong and embedded in our culture, as you so cogently stated. Thanks!