MPs Question Sahtu Dene and Mets Land Claim Deal
Parliament Hill report critiques Bill C-16 the Sahtu Dene and Metis land claim settlement act. The deal would grant perpetual use rights to 280000 sq km and fee simple titles to 1813 and 39624 sq km with subsurface rights, plus about 130 million in cash over 15 years and 7.5 percent royalty on the first 2 million of government royalties. Critics say royalties apply to the Mackenzie Valley, with uncertain total value and potential taxpayer burden.
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Hill report cites reform party attack on land claim policy
A government member labeled Reform Party critics as clinging to outdated thinking over land claims in the Sahtu Dene and Metis settlement. The speech warned of precedents, questioned the deal’s impact beyond the far north, and noted ongoing aboriginal programs tied to race as Bill C-16 advances to committee stage and toward final readings.
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Northwest Territories
Far North
Real Estate Update on Small Repairs Impacting Sale
The home speaks for itself and small unrepaired flaws can alarm buyers. Minor damages signal neglect and may lower value, as buyers worry about hidden bigger issues. If time is tight hire help to fix many little problems and protect the sale value.
Chetwynd Walks Officially On The Trail Event
Chetwynd hosts a CVF Canadian Volkssport Federation event with Sherri McDonald, president of Northern Lights Pacers, attending the Convention 94 in St Albert Alberta. The guided walk is scheduled for May 14 registration at 9:00 a.m. at the Recreation Centre and depart at 10:00 a.m. All ages welcome with a $2 member fee and free for non members.
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Canadian Volkssport Federation
Sherri McDonald
Chetwynd
Northern Lights Pacers
St. Albert
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