Indigenous Rising

The Atikamekw First Nation says it will not allow any forestry work on its territory in Quebec unless it has given prior approval. Th

“The Atikamekw nation asserting its sovereignty and is targeting forestry companies

In a statement, the Atikamekw prevent any logging operation will be allowed on its territory without the operating companies without obtaining prior consent.

This new salvo comes as several forest companies must obtain re-registration in the forest management of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) system. It is precisely on this point that intend to address the Atikamekw to block the operation on their territory Opitciwan.”