Reading Time: 3 minutes Allowing free market ownership of urban reserves can give First Nations the economic clout to move ahead, despite having to pay taxes
Author: Joseph Quesnel
Joseph Quesnel received a BA honours in political science and history from McGill University and is currently completing a master of journalism degree from Carleton University, with a specialization in public affairs reporting. Joseph has over 15 years of experience in print journalism including over three years as lead staff writer at the Drum/First Perspective, a national Aboriginal publication.
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Atlantic First Nations lead on transparency
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School choice should apply to every First Nations family
Reading Time: 3 minutes The days of dictating where indigenous families ought to educate their children are over
First Nation financial details must not be hidden
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Time for First Nations to embrace citizenship
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