Sudbury.com reporter Jenny Lamothe takes us behind the scenes
A historic proposed settlement of $10 billion between Canada, Ontario, and the Indigenous beneficiaries of the Robinson Huron Treaty has been announced. Crown-Indigenous Affairs Minister Marc Miller describes it as a game-changer for the communities involved. The settlement is aimed at compensating for past revenue losses related to the treaty, which was signed in 1850 and promised annual payments to Indigenous beneficiaries in exchange for land use rights.
The proposed settlement is viewed with mixed feelings by the Indigenous communities. Atikameksheng Anishnawbek Gimaa Craig Nootchtai, chief of one of the 21 Robinson Huron First Nations, expresses excitement but believes that the amount does not fully reflect the true value. He sees it as a positive step to help the communities move forward, but also emphasizes the importance of distributing the funds wisely for the benefit of current and future generations.
While Nootchtai acknowledges the positive aspects of the settlement, he also highlights the complexity of the situation and the mixed emotions within the community. Some community members celebrate the settlement as a great day, while others maintain a level of skepticism towards the Crown's trustworthiness.
The annuities case, which began in 2014, was brought forth by the 21 First Nation signatories of the Robinson Huron Treaty. The case sought increased financial compensation for the resources taken from their lands since the signing of the treaty. After an initial decision in favor of the First Nations, the Ontario government appealed, leading to negotiations that remained confidential until the proposed settlement was announced.
The $10 billion settlement is intended to address the resources taken from the land between 1850 and 2023. It also signifies a commitment to reevaluating the annuity payments going forward. Under the treaty, each person was initially receiving $1.50, which was increased to $4.00 in 1874.
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