Yesterday, in a unanimous vote by Vancouvers city council, the city officially decided that the land on which Vancouver rests still belongs to the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh nations, says Global News. The Vancouver city councils announcement is largely ceremonial, says Vancouver 24 Hours: the city isnt actually allowed to make decisions regarding land claims. Its not as if the city council voted to turn Vancouver over to the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh people. Instead, says the Georgia Straight, the city is hoping to set up partnerships with local aboriginal leaders to develop appropriate protocols for city business that respect their traditions
Posted on: Sat, 28 Jun 2014 04:54:30 +0000
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