An historic agreement between B.C. and Haida Nation is one step closer to becoming law in British Columbia.
Haida Nation Council President Gaagwiis (Jason Alsop) said legislation tabled Monday (April 22) recognizes and honours the “truth” of Haida history, his people’s relationship with Haida Gwaii and the history of British Columbia with Haida Gwaii.
“This act and this work is an acknowledgement of the past denials and the harms and fully embracing this truth we all know,” he said during a speech, whose conclusion drew a standing ovation.