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Renewed Commitment to Treaty Bilateral Table on Water Sets Stage for Respectful Partnership and Action<\/em><\/p>\n

Moh\u2019kins\u2019tsis, Treaty 7 Territory \u2014 August 13, 2026<\/strong><\/span> \u2014 Following a high-level reset meeting with Minister Mandy Gull-Masty, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), the Chiefs Steering Committee on Technical Services (CSC) is expressing cautious optimism regarding the federal government’s renewed commitment to honouring the Treaty Bilateral Table on Water.<\/p>\n

The meeting served as a crucial reset to address the urgent need for First Nations-led water governance across Treaty territories in the Alberta region. Both parties agreed to re-ground discussions in mutual respect, Treaty relationship building, and the recognition of inherent Treaty rights.<\/p>\n

“Water is a fundamental human right and a core Treaty promise that has gone unfulfilled for too long,” said Chief Troy Knowlton, Piikani Nation, Treaty No 7 Territory. \u201cWe shared clear evidence of the critical need for water protection in First Nations and across the Alberta region. While we welcome Minister Gull-Masty\u2019s renewed presence, we expect our optimism to be paired with tangible outcomes.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Treaty Bilateral Table on Water was established as a unique forum for Treaty Chiefs to collaboratively address water, infrastructure, and a Treaty-based framework to support the work.<\/p>\n

The CSC is supportive of the commitments to:<\/p>\n