NDP Leader David Eby is defending land transfer decisions made by his government following the release of documents to the media revealing details of a confidential deal with First Nations.
Confidential documents obtained by digital news outlet the Northern Beat show that Eby’s government has committed to transferring about 400 parcels of Crown land to First Nations under treaty and reconciliation agreements, while proposing changes that could limit compensation for companies holding timber rights on the land.
Eby, who was questioned about the plans on the campaign trail this week, said the transfers reflect longstanding treaty and reconciliation commitments, some dating back decades, while the proposed legislation was intended to reduce costs for taxpayers….