Despite the relaxed mood, people at the camp said they were not willing to cede a single inch of the territory they claim. We matter, and we’re going to stop this, said Kaherihshon Beauvais, a community member at the site. It is our land, these are our children.
Newly appointed Kahnawake Grand Chief Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer said she is offering her full support to the effort. We have sent numerous letters to people in government offices, the prime minister … even to Quebec s (Indigenous Affairs) Minister Ian Lafrenière and unfortunately, things have gone unanswered, Sky-Deer, who was elected chief last weekend, said in an interview Thursday.
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