CBC Indigenous addresses a recent report by the UN Special Rapporteur on Water Rights, highlighting severe shortfalls in Canada’s fulfillment of First Nations’ basic human rights to clean water and more. The report states that many First Nations communities lack consistent access to safe drinking water — a fundamental human rights violation, according to the UN rapporteur. This failure undermines Canada’s credibility in its reconciliation efforts, effectively positioning First Nations people as second-class citizens within the country. Members of the Chiefs Steering Committee met with the UN Rapporteur on Water Rights this spring to advocate for First Nations water rights and the need for urgent action.

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In this article by Alberta Native News, Chief Rupert Meneen of Tall Cree Nation voices The Chiefs Steering Committee’s concerns over Canada’s stance on Bill C-61 and their denial of legal responsibility for clean drinking water access on First Nations lands. Canada claims of ‘co-development’ on the bill raises urgent questions about transparency, accountability, and Canada’s obligations under Treaty.

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CBC Indigenous News recently interviewed Chief Rupert Meneen of Tall Cree Nation and Chief Troy “Bossman” Knowlton of Piikani Nation to discuss Bill C-61 and its implications. This important conversation follows the government’s legal response to the Shamattawa First Nations’ class action lawsuit, which seeks justice for access to clean drinking water.

Explore the full story on the CBC website to understand more about the bill and its impact on water rights for First Nations communities across the country.

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Chief Sheldon Sunshine – Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation was on the CBC Eyeopener this morning, in response to Minister Hajdu’s appearance yesterday. Canada is moving quickly to absolve itself of First Nations’ Treaty rights to water and related infrastructure with Bill C-61. #ProtectOurWater #ChiefsSteeringCommittee #IndigenousRights #WaterProtectors #IndigenousWaterRights #Treaty678FirstNations #TreatyRights