Wolastoqey Chiefs Criticize N.B. Tories on Treaty Rights Ahead of Election

The Wolastoqey Nation's leaders express disappointment over the Progressive Conservatives' stance on Indigenous land claims and treaty rights.

The Wolastoqey Nation's chiefs released a pre-election questionnaire showing dissatisfaction with the Progressive Conservative Party's responses on Indigenous issues.
The Tories' refusal to acknowledge that Wolastoqey land remains unceded and their position on treaty rights were deemed 'deeply troublesome and offensive' by the chiefs.
The chiefs accuse the Conservatives of fearmongering and prefer a government that seeks a forward-looking relationship with First Nations.
Premier Blaine Higgs is expected to announce a 33-day election campaign, with the land title claim covering 60% of New Brunswick's territory being a significant issue.
Both the Liberal and Green parties have committed to acknowledging treaty rights and establishing stronger nation-to-nation relationships with First Nations.