The Tsilqot’in National Government is marking the tenth year since their historic Aboriginal Title victory.
For 25 years the TNG said the Nation fought in Canadian courts to have Tsilhqot’in lands, culture, and way of life recognized and respected by Canada.
It resulted in the first declaration of Aboriginal title in Canadian history affirming Tsilhqot’in ownership and control of 1900 kilometres of their ancestral lands that stands as a landmark around the world.
This land rights victory in Canada, known as the Tsilqot’in Decision, was highlighted today (April 18) while the Tsilhqot’in National Government and their Youth Ambassadors were attending the United Nations Permanent Forum of Indigenous Issues in New York City.
“We are here to advocate for a better future for our next generation.” TNG Chief Joe Alphonse stated in a release, “Ten years on and we continue to fight for Indigenous rights, at home and on the world stage. Our title decision has given hope for a brighter future.
The Tsilhqot’in National Government said they continue to work with other levels of Government, including Canada, to take back jurisdiction and self-determination for the Nation
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