Treaty 6 chiefs express concerns about Alberta separatism to King Charles III

Seven chiefs from the Treaty 6 Confederacy met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace to discuss concerns regarding Alberta’s separatism and treaty obligations. This meeting coincided with the 150th anniversary of the Treaty 6 signing and followed protests against a referendum on separation. The chiefs urged the King to reaffirm treaty relations, while Indigenous Relations Minister Rajan Sawhney expressed skepticism about claims of treaty violations. The discussions highlighted ongoing tensions between First Nations and the provincial government regarding sovereignty and treaty rights.

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