WebJun 10, 2024 · Marvin Yahey, chief councillor of Blueberry River, described how his grandfather Charlie was a "Blueberry Dreamer" who used to dance and drum and sing on the Dancing Grounds, one of this First...
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WebJun 28, 2016 · Up to 84 per cent of the traditional territory of the Blueberry River First Nations is now negatively impacted by industrial activity. This was the major finding of a new report released today, the Atlas ... WebOct 1, 2024 · Joint statement on negotiations related to B.C. Supreme Court decision. Murray Rankin, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, and Marvin Yahey, Chief of Blueberry River First Nations, have issued the following update on negotiations to implement the June 29, 2024, ruling of the B.C. Supreme Court: “On June 29, 2024, the …
WebOct 7, 2024 · Chief Marvin Yahey, Blueberry River First Nations – “Blueberry people have been raising the alarm bells for years about the increasing destruction of our territory and … WebApr 23, 2024 · In a March 30 letter to B.C. Premier John Horgan, Chief Marvin Yahey Sr. called on the province to suspend construction on Site C and close its camp facilities, citing “serious concern” with ...
WebJan 18, 2024 · Robin Ewaskow, Troy Wolf, Wayne Yahey, Sherry Dominic, and Shelley Gauthier were elected. On Friday, those councillors voted for the new Chief of the First Nation. Desjarlais received 3 votes, compared to the 2 votes for former Chief Marvin Yahey. In total, there were 7 candidates who ran for the position. RELATED IMAGES Share: … WebJul 7, 2024 · On June 29, 2024, the B.C. Supreme Court released its 511 page decision: Yahey v British Columbia, 2024 BCSC 1287 ( Yahey) Justice Burke for the Court held that the cumulative effects from all types of industrial development in BRFN’s territory have resulted in significant adverse impacts on the lands, water, fish and wildlife in the area, …
WebJan 16, 2024 · Desjarlais received three votes in Friday's election, and replaces former chief Marvin Yahey Sr., who received two votes. In her statement, Desjarlais gave her thanks to Yahey for his service to Blueberry.
WebMay 17, 2024 · Yahey and the other two councillors – Sherry Dominic and Wayne Yahey – said they welcomed the ruling. “I will be calling a general council meeting in the very near future,” said their statement posted to the band’s official Facebook page. “Further, our Chief Operating Officer, Merli de Guzman, can now do her job, with the help of a lawyer.” shanghai ball towerWebApr 11, 2024 · FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. – As his eight years of leadership drew to a close on Friday, outgoing Blueberry River Chief Marvin Yahey released a letter outlining his … shanghai baolai eas accessories co. ltdWebIn May 2024, the Federal Court of Canada ordered the nation's governing council to meet to discuss a petition to have Chief Marvin Yahey removed from his position. The petition … shanghai baolong automotive corpWebUpdate: Marvin Yahey says he remains the chief of Blueberry River First Nation, calling a meeting held earlier today by some councillors to remove him from office illegal and … shanghai baosight share priceWebJul 9, 2024 · Blueberry River chief Marvin Yahey speaks with other elected officials from Treaty 8 First Nations outside B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver Thursday. Chiefs from … shanghai banxia investmentWebJul 28, 2024 · Yahey told the media that a government committed to reconciliation would not appeal. For his part, Chief Trevor Makadahay of the Doig River First Nation, told the media the case represented the “preservation of the connection to our land.” B.C.’s Ministry of the Attorney General would not comment on whether the government would appeal. shanghai baoying plastic \u0026 mold companyWebJul 3, 2024 · Canada’s Federal Court has ordered the chief of the Blueberry River First Nation to retable a report that seeks to remove him office. In a June 29 decision, Associate Chief Justice Jocelyne Gagne stayed a June 10 resolution that purported to remove Chief Marvin Yahey, ruling the band’s election bylaw was not properly followed when the … shanghai baoluo stainless steel tube co. ltd