Good Morning Folks...
Metis Issues Under Review..!!!!!Well this morning my thoughts are on metis issues under review....by metis people in this province....
OK what issues are you concerned with..???????
Here is some of mine..
The claim that they speak for the metis Nation in selected metis territories....in our case....Manitoba....
The Illegitimate use of the word "metis nation" by the n-p-corporations suggesting that they are the sole representatives.... and speakers.... of the metis nation...And therefore the right to bring action against the Canada/Manitoba....without the legal consent......
The assertion that the metis have indian title..!!!!!
In a proper Forum organized by INDEPENDANT METIS PEOPLE I would be prepared to answer Questions on these an other issues that I express from time to time.....The University of Winnipeg Could Sponser This....... So Far they do-not reflect Other views>>>!!!!! in their approche to UNTESTED METIS THINKING...!!!!!
I Challenge Metis People in This Province... to Back Up Your Words in a Public Forum where your views can be listened to... and Questions can be asked of you!!!!!!
Fortunat Guiboche Jan 7 th 2008..........
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S. 35 of the Cdn Constitution identifies three groups, Indian, Metis and Inuit. The long-standing question is what this affirmation and recognition of the rights of these Aboriginal groups actually means. And, what obligations the governing body of the day intended to undertake. Since the 70's Aboriginal people have been told by the Supreme Court of Canada whether they may hunt, gather or harvest in the bush, even though reality connotes a largely based consumer society, rather than a static Aboriginal population. Maintaining general subsistence lifestyles is OK, but the pursuit of economic gain is an entirely different issue.
The goal is to obtain government support to recognize and affirm Aborignal rights in a way that is inclusive...such as addressing the official languages of Canada which are currently English and French...what about the original languages and the creation of an emergence of the nations involved that brought us the Michif language? Poverished conditions has become an identifier of Aboriginal communities...wealth redistribution requires consideration.
I agree there is a need to provide a platform so Aboriginal community members can come forward to voice their concerns. The status quo has created a monopoly of silence and non-transparency. The duty to consult not only speaks to government actors but also speaks to Aboriginal leadership. As community members we are entitled to full disclosure and transparent Aboriginal governance.
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