Small First Nation on British Columbia’s Central Coast says RCMP refuse to evict criminals off of reserve lands
Inaction by the RCMP has emboldened criminals to enter and stay on First Nation reserve lands without the fear of consequences, worsening a drug crisis and violence, the Heiltsuk Tribal Council says.
She said laws enacted by the Indigenous band council, like those related to trespassing and residency, are federal laws under the Indian Act. The notes say “historic friction” with the RCMP creates pressure and many Indigenous communities see police as the primary barrier to effective enforcement, and add that “lack of enforcement and prosecution regarding First Nations laws has resulted in numerous complaints regarding police services.”
When the police claim they can’t enforce the bylaws it creates an atmosphere in the community where those committing crimes have no fear and go “unchecked,” she said.The nation’s statement of claim says it has on “numerous occasions” denied or withdrawn permission for specific people to enter or stay in Bella Bella if leadership is satisfied their conduct is harmful to the community.
Grand Chief Stewart Phillip of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs told the news conference the organization supports the work being done by the Heiltsuk Nation.
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