Non-Native fishermen have destroyed and stolen thousands of dollars worth of fishing equipment owned by fishermen of Sipekne'katik First Nation. (You know Iâd really like to know where are all the people crying over how vandalism in protest might as well be cold-blooded murder now.) This comes in addition to forming blockades and threatening to ram boats. Business across the province denying services to Miâkmaq in support of these terrorizing acts. Online, people are sharing horrible threats. It is blatant racist violence and discrimination, and the fishermen/media continues to call our people the lawbreakers.
âThe gear that we were collecting was what was in violation of the law,â Sproul said. âThereâs nothing more to show that fishermen have the true, just, lawful position here than the fact that we conducted that activity yesterday and nobody stopped us.â
The fact that the RCMP have done jack shit to stop the non-native fishermen destroying Miâkmaw lobster traps has painted a very clear picture. Itâs the same picture thatâs been hanging on the wall for centuries, and surprise surprise, flowery talk of #reconciliation doesnât change that. And the quote above is a perfect example of how fully aware these fuckers are of their privilege.
Anyway someone should tell Sproul that a) the Miâkmaq have the legal treaty right to hunt, fish and gather for a moderate livelihood, b) the traditional lobster season for our people is in September and October, and c) that the only people breaking the law here is his ignorant ass and his cronies.
Sharing this link again, as it is a very well compiled doc: Ways to support Sipekneâkatik First Nation, and resources to educate yourself and share with others. Financial support for supplies is especially helpful right now.
