Lac Seul First Nation Logo - Supplied Photo
Lac Seul First Nation is hosting a signing ceremony to finalize a major settlement with the federal government.
“The celebration of this settlement today in our First Nation marks the end of the suffering endured by generations of our members who had to flee their homes because of the flooding that took place nearly 100 years ago,” said Chief Clifford Bull.
“It has taken too long to achieve justice, many of our Elders who waited patiently and fought for a fair resolution have passed on without witnessing this important event, but today also marks the beginning of a legacy for the future generations of our First Nation and the first step towards reconciliation.”
The First Nation is set to receive $234 million as compensation for the flooding of over 11,000 acres of reserve land without consent, lawful authorization, or compensation from the federal government.
The community’s claim was completed on March 28, after its members voted to ratify the settlement agreement leading to Friday’s signing ceremony.
The ceremony took place on Kejick Bay Island, with Chief Clifford Bull, Elders, members of the Lac Seul First Nation, and the Honourable Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, in attendance to celebrate the signing.
