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Aboriginal Day marks triumphs and failures across Canada
Aboriginal Day in Ottawa highlighted both celebration and concern as demonstrators, including Joan Carling from the Philippines, urged action on poverty, solvent abuse, and fishing rights. Indian Affairs Minister Robert Nault urged bold steps while AFN leader Matthew Coon Come called for celebration. Ovide Mercredi condemned government denial of land and security as blankets were laid before the Supreme Court.
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