The federal government and a Northwestern Ontario First Nation will soon begin the process of opting out of some land-related sections of the Indian Act. Treasury Board President Tony Clement says the move will give the First Nations greater control over their reserve land and resources. Sand Point First Nation Chief Paul Gladu says his First Nation is pleased to be a new signatory to the agreement. Gladu says it will assist the First Nation in establishing and nurturing partnerships with industry, governments and municipalities.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Sand Point First Nation
The federal government and a Northwestern Ontario First Nation will soon begin the process of opting out of some land-related sections of the Indian Act. Treasury Board President Tony Clement says the move will give the First Nations greater control over their reserve land and resources. Sand Point First Nation Chief Paul Gladu says his First Nation is pleased to be a new signatory to the agreement. Gladu says it will assist the First Nation in establishing and nurturing partnerships with industry, governments and municipalities.
