Party to Replace Blockade After Land Handed to Band

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ROSEAU River First Nation will hold a celebration instead of a blockade beside the CN rail line that runs through southern Manitoba into the United States, after Ottawa turned over 30 hectares of land to settle an old claim.

He is inviting senior officials from Indian and Northern Affairs to the Roseau rail line gathering along with Manitoba Métis Senator Gerry St. Germain. The Conservative is acting as unofficial ambassador between the Harper Government and aboriginal leaders on land claims.

St. Germain said he already plans to be in Manitoba June 29. A spokesman for Indian Affairs Minister Jim Prentice said he's pleased aboriginal chiefs are using the day to educate people and not hold protests.

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Party to Replace Blockade After Land Handed to Band

By Alexandra Paul

ROSEAU River First Nation will hold a celebration instead of a blockade beside the CN rail line that runs ...

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