Ottawa

Letters to the Prime Minister

Liberal MP Carolyn Bennett and NDP leader Thomas Mulcair have each written to the Prime Minister to encourage him to meet with aboriginal leaders.

New Democrats believe that constitutionally required consultation is more than a means to an end. It is a demonstration of reconciliation, a continuing effort to bring together First Nations and other Canadians. The many protestors, young and old, who are gathering at rallies across Canada want their government to act honourably towards that goal of reconciliation. 

As you know, Chief Theresa Spence of Attawapiskat First Nation has also embarked on a hunger strike, living in a tipi on the Anishinabe traditional territory of Victoria Island in the Ottawa River, barely a kilometer from Parliament. I ask that you please act swiftly to avoid a personal tragedy for Chief Spence.

Theresa Spence’s hunger strike is in its ninth day. The CBC has spoken to Governor General David Johnston about Chief Spence and the Idle No More protests.

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