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First Nations group wants B.C. federal candidate dropped for social media posts

  • Bob Chamberlain, former vice-chief of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs, called for the Conservative Party of Canada to drop Aaron Gunn, its candidate for North Island- Powell River, due to his social media posts denouncing Indigenous genocide in Canada.
  • The First Nations Leadership Council released a press release on April 3, demanding Gunn's removal from the Conservative Party candidacy for his offensive posts, which they claim are harmful and divisive.
  • The Conservative Party defended Gunn, stating he recognizes the horrific events of residential schools and emphasizing the need to learn from Canada's past mistakes.
  • Gunn acknowledged past posts praising Vladimir Putin but stated he is now opposed to his actions in Ukraine, claiming he has changed his views since then.
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First Nations group wants B.C. federal candidate dropped for social media posts

Aaron Gunn, Conservative candidate for the North Island - Powell River riding, has been under fire for old social media posts

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Sicamous Eagle Valley News broke the news in Salmon Arm, Canada on Friday, April 4, 2025.
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