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 When Indigenous youth leaders proclaim that 'Climate Action Must Be Indigenous Led', they prove themselves just as racist as a red neck that declares 'all niggers love watermelon'. 

For the record I was trained by the Kitamaat people to be a village Lepled. I was named in the feast hall, honored with my own button blanket. With the help of the grandmothers, I gave a feast to honor my daughters coming of age. I know, love and try to honor the old ways that I was taught.

When Indigenous youth leaders proclaim that 'Climate Action Must Be Indigenous Led', they prove themselves just as racist as a red neck that declares 'all niggers love watermelon'. For the record I was trained by the Kitamaat people to be a village Lepled. I was named in the feast hall. I was honored with my own button blanket. With the help of the grandmothers, I gave a feast to honor my daughters coming of age. I know, love and try to honor the old ways that I was taught. Honor to the Old Ways But when I read that only Indigenous people have the knowledge and wisdom to save us, I see red (pun intended). Because of my health I don't get out much anymore. I use Microsoft Copilot as my research assistant. And I do check the information she gives me. However, feel free to check the validity of the following information. "Several First Nations have entered into agreements with pipeline companies, which often include provisions related to jobs, financial benefits, and other considerations. Here are some key points: 1. **Jobs**: - Many pipeline projects involve collaboration with Indigenous communities to create employment opportunities. - First Nations may negotiate for jobs in construction, maintenance, and other aspects of pipeline operations. - These jobs can range from skilled positions (e.g., technicians, engineers) to labor-intensive roles (e.g., pipeline laborers). - Companies aim to hire locally and provide training to Indigenous workers¹. 2. **Financial Payments**: - Pipeline companies often offer financial compensation to First Nations as part of impact benefit agreements (IBAs). - IBAs address the potential effects of pipeline development on Indigenous lands, culture, and livelihoods. - Payments may include: - Royalties based on pipeline revenue. - Annual lump-sum payments. - Funding for community development, education, and infrastructure. - The specifics vary based on negotiations and the project's scale¹². 3. **Examples**: - Coastal GasLink, which runs through British Columbia, has agreements with several First Nations, including the Haisla Nation. - The Trans Mountain Expansion Project has IBAs with multiple Indigenous groups, addressing employment, training, and financial benefits. - The specifics depend on the project, the company, and the unique circumstances of each First Nation. Remember that these agreements are complex and multifaceted. They involve legal, economic, and cultural considerations. If you'd like more detailed information about specific agreements or additional examples, feel free to ask! 😊 Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/22/2024 (1) first nations pipeline company jobs - Indeed. https://ca.indeed.com/q-first-nations-pipeline-company-jobs.html. (2) first nation finance jobs - Indeed. https://ca.indeed.com/q-first-nation-finance-jobs.html. (3) First Nations Pipeline Jobs (with Salaries) | Indeed.com Canada. https://ca.indeed.com/q-first-nations-pipeline-jobs.html." (Copilot) ___________________________ For a fact, many Indigenous people and communities have opposed these projects. They have barricaded, blockaded and put up an incredibly powerful guerrilla action against these projects. I have a lot of respect for the ones who are trying to live the life. Not so much for the ones who claim to indigenous because they have a status card and their name is on a colonizers document. Which brings me to my point. Being Indigenous is a way of life. It is more than eating a bit of salmon or taking a nap in a teepee. I have had the privileged of knowing people who were one with their land. I'd hope that their voices would be heard when tough choices must be made in their territory. But why would I listen to the Indigenous voices that sold their birthright for thirty pieces of silver. So, to those Indigenous Youth Leaders who are indulging in red neck racist group think, it's time to open your eyes and ears. Outlier
Honor to the Old Ways

But when I read that only Indigenous people have the knowledge and wisdom to save us, I see red (pun intended). 

Because of my health I don't get out much anymore. I use Microsoft Copilot as my research assistant. And I do check the information she gives me. However, feel free to check the validity of the following information.

"Several First Nations have entered into agreements with pipeline companies, which often include provisions related to jobs, financial benefits, and other considerations. Here are some key points:


1. **Jobs**:

   - Many pipeline projects involve collaboration with Indigenous communities to create employment opportunities.

   - First Nations may negotiate for jobs in construction, maintenance, and other aspects of pipeline operations.

   - These jobs can range from skilled positions (e.g., technicians, engineers) to labor-intensive roles (e.g., pipeline laborers).

   - Companies aim to hire locally and provide training to Indigenous workers¹.


2. **Financial Payments**:

   - Pipeline companies often offer financial compensation to First Nations as part of impact benefit agreements (IBAs).

   - IBAs address the potential effects of pipeline development on Indigenous lands, culture, and livelihoods.

   - Payments may include:

     - Royalties based on pipeline revenue.

     - Annual lump-sum payments.

     - Funding for community development, education, and infrastructure.

   - The specifics vary based on negotiations and the project's scale¹².


3. **Examples**:

   - Coastal GasLink, which runs through British Columbia, has agreements with several First Nations, including the Haisla Nation.

   - The Trans Mountain Expansion Project has IBAs with multiple Indigenous groups, addressing employment, training, and financial benefits.

   - The specifics depend on the project, the company, and the unique circumstances of each First Nation.


Remember that these agreements are complex and multifaceted. They involve legal, economic, and cultural considerations. If you'd like more detailed information about specific agreements or additional examples, feel free to ask! 😊


Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/22/2024

(1) first nations pipeline company jobs - Indeed. https://ca.indeed.com/q-first-nations-pipeline-company-jobs.html.

(2) first nation finance jobs - Indeed. https://ca.indeed.com/q-first-nation-finance-jobs.html.

(3) First Nations Pipeline Jobs (with Salaries) | Indeed.com Canada. https://ca.indeed.com/q-first-nations-pipeline-jobs.html." (Copilot)

___________________________

For a fact, many Indigenous people and communities have opposed these projects. They have barricaded, blockaded and put up an incredibly powerful guerrilla action against these projects. I have a lot of respect for the ones who are trying to live the life. Not so much for the ones who claim to be indigenous and be in possession of secret wisdom because they have a status card, and their name is on a colonizers document.

Which brings me to my point.  

Being Indigenous is a way of life. It is more than eating a bit of salmon or taking a nap in a teepee. 

I have had the privileged of knowing people who were one with their land. I'd hope that their voices would be heard when tough choices must be made in their territory. 

But why would I listen to the Indigenous voices that sold their birthright for thirty pieces of silver.

So, to those Indigenous Youth Leaders who are indulging in red neck racist group think, it's time to open your eyes and ears.

Outlier

 


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