Native veterans finally recognized in Saskatchewan ceremony
Regina reports aboriginal veterans Allan Bird and Louis Prosper honored by the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations at the Saskatchewan Centre. Prosper recalled serving in Korea and a radio mishap that exposed early cultural misunderstandings. Chief Blaine Favel decried long injustice in government and military recognition compared with non Aboriginal veterans.
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Canada
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Natives demand more talks at log church meeting
In Merritt British Columbia the Upper Nicola band meets with Aboriginal Affairs leaders in a log church as a blockade of the Douglas Lake cattle ranch ends. Elders recount poverty and abuse while the sides plan further talks without key Ottawa officials.
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