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OPINION-EDITORIAL: As K'ómoks signs AIP, treaty process is going strong

By Mary Polak Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation March 28, 2012 VICTORIA - On March 24, I had the honour of joining representatives of the K'ómoks First Nation, federal minister John Duncan and other dignitaries to sign the... read more

1:00 PM 03/28/2012

OPINION-EDITORIAL: B.C. benefits from innovative First Nations partnerships

As 2011 draws to a close, Canadians have been confronted by stark examples of poverty in First Nations communities. We've also seen that solutions do not come easily. Here in B.C., there are about 200 First Nations communities, many in remote regions and many also facing economic challenges. As in other parts of the country, those challenges can sometimes seem insurmountable. There are no quick fixes; but, over the past few years, B.C. has laid the groundwork that we hope will see more and more of B.C.'s Aboriginal communities benefit from the wealth of resources that surround us. read more

2:00 PM 12/28/2011

OPINION-EDITORIAL: Many paths to reconciliation

There is no more urgent or important goal for our government than ensuring British Columbians have access to the jobs and other economic opportunities needed to support their families. Under Premier Christy Clark we are taking a hard look at how we can unlock economic opportunities through partnerships between First Nations, private investors and B.C. communities to generate jobs for all British Columbians. read more

9:04 AM 11/15/2011