Assembly of First Nations to discuss Bill C-5 at annual general assembly

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The Assembly of First Nations is holding its annual general assembly this week in Winnipeg, and more than 50 draft resolutions will be discussed and voted on by chiefs and representatives from more than 630 First Nations. Among the topics of discussion is Bill C-5, which gives the federal government the power to fast-track major economic development projects deemed to be of national interest. Anishinaabe writer and Winnipeg Free Press columnist Niigaan Sinclair talks about concerns some First Nations have about Bill C-5.

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