The Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ Hereditary Chiefs are demanding an immediate halt to the KBԪַómoks Treaty ratification vote, calling it an "unlawful attempt to rewrite history and lay claim" to Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ lands and resources."
In a meeting held on March 4, the Chiefs called for an immediate suspension of the treaty's ratification vote, which was set for March 8. They called for the need for Canada, British Columbia, and the KBԪַómoks First Nation to participate in meaningful consultations before proceeding with any additional actions.
BԪַWeBԪַve been increasingly frustrated with the lack of communication and adherence to protocol among KBԪַómoks hereditary and elected leadership,BԪַ said Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ Hereditary Chief Gigamae ƛakʷasǧəm, Fred Moon, Walitsama in a March 5 media release. BԪַIf the signing of the KBԪַómoks Treaty moves forward without proper consultation, there will forever be a rift between our Nations BԪַ if youBԪַre not with us, youBԪַre against us.BԪַ
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