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Heiltsuk Nation written constitution passes with 67 per cent of votes

Members of the Heiltsuk Nation approved a written constitution with 67 percent of 725 votes after two weeks of voting, which concluded on February 20.
The Hákzaqv Constitution reaffirms the Heiltsuk's inherent rights and governance structure, combining contemporary and traditional councils.
Heiltsuk Elected Chief Marilyn Slett expressed pride, stating: 'This constitution is for us, by us,' highlighting its importance for the community.
The constitution will be ratified at a traditional feast on May 30 and will facilitate the development of core laws for the nation.

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CBC News

Heiltsuk Nation passes written constitution with 67% of votes

The nation says the constitution will help provide clarity on questions around decision-making in Heiltsuk territory that have previously been left to the courts.

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Global News

Heiltsuk Nation votes to approve written constitution in historic referendum

Sixty-seven per cent of the 725 Heiltsuk citizens who voted approved a written constitution following nearly two decades of development and consultation.

19 hours ago·Toronto, Canada

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Quesnel Cariboo Observer

B.C. Central Coastal First Nation to adopt written constitution

A historic vote by the people of Heiltsuk Nation reaffirms the nation’s inherent right to self-determination

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Heiltsuk Nation written constitution passes with 67 per cent of votes

VANCOUVER — The Heiltsuk Nation has approved the adoption of a written constitution for the First Nation on British Columbia’s central coast. Elected Chief Marilyn Slett said she felt “pride and happiness” upon hearing the result, calling the written constitution a “reclamation” of Heiltsuk ways. “It’s a new day for our Heiltsuk people,” she said […]

20 hours ago·Toronto, Canada

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