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Amnesty International calls for halt to Site C, dam threatens indigenous rights

Amnesty International is calling for a stop work order on British Columbia’s $8.8 billion Site C hydroelectric dam, saying the mega project on the Peace River threatens the human...

Indigenous protests gain momentum on the ground and recognition in court

First Nations across Northern BC say so-called blockades are just the signs of generations of struggle and tradition finally being recognized.

Happy Canada Day? Learning about Treaties in tar sands territory

Want to be patriotic on Canada Day? Consider learning about the treaties.