Once again our Ivory Tower judges have made a decision, warping the intent of the Charter of Freedoms. Despite the previous government’s attempt to ensure the moneys bands receive is used for the greater good of the people on reservations, the judges deemed that it was unconstitutional for bands to have to make spending disclosures. This decision was made despite the mounting evidence of literal thievery.
There are those who live in fear of ‘reporting’ injustice on reservations as reported in papers. Elected chiefs (and their relatives) make 6 digit salaries (plus huge travel expenses) while the reservation goes without water, housing and roads.
This decision has endorsed continued corruption and serves no benefit to those who must endure living in squalor on these First Nations reservations.
All companies, businesses, charities etc. must disclose their spending – called accountability. Why are reservations not held to the same standard?
L. G. Anderson
Spruce Grove, AB
