Resolution No. 2011-09-30
Mushkegowuk Claim to the Waters and Islands of James and Hudson Bays
WHEREAS the Omushkegowuk have used and occupied some of the islands and waters of James and Hudson Bays since time immemorial; and
WHEREAS under the direction of previous Mamowihitowin, some of the islands and waters of James Bay are being included in the Regional Land Use Planning process; and
WHEREAS the Grand Chief has written to the Premier of Nunavut to invite Nunavut participation in our Land Use Planning process;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT this Mamowihitowin directs the Offioe of the Grand Chief to begin exploring legal strategies and other options to reassert Omushkegowuk jurisdiction over the islands and waters of James and Hudson Bays that are part of our traditional homelands.
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