Creating Sacred Space in Labrador
Religion, she tells me, is about structure and the power to manipulate and control. Spirituality, she suggests, is about creating sacred space.
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Leave us something to build on?
As headlines tell us that Newfoundland and Labrador’s largest oil spill is now impossible to clean up and the provincial government promises to investigate the scope of the C-NLOPB’s authority, my plea to the government of Newfoundland and Labrador is simple: just build a solid line in your budget to provide real investment in the development of the sustainable energies of the future and the infrastructure needed for post-oil economies. THE SOUND OF POST-OIL You can listen to Nick Mercer talk about the barriers to the development of wind energy in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador and the reasons it has strong potential. Nick Mercer is a PhD candidate in Environmental Management at the University of Waterloo. The province’s last budget doubled down on oil. Whether we agree with it or not, we know why: it seems like easy money. What else would induce provincial leaders to keep the province tied…
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Elders jailed after refusing to stay away from Muskrat Falls
“We don’t understand why we’re being treated like terrorists,” says land protector.
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An Open Letter to Dwight Ball on “Discovery Day”
Let’s call it “Reconciliation Day” instead.
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Hunter vows to continue fighting Muskrat Falls
Inuk grandmother and land protector confronts premier as Nalcor delays plans to lower Muskrat Falls reservoir levels contrary to leaders’ agreement.
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Colonialism in the justice system: Who’s to blame?
When it comes to Inuk land protector Beatrice Hunter’s shameful treatment, everyone is trying to pass the buck — including those who bear ultimate responsibility.
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Inuit grandmother jailed after refusing to stay away from Muskrat Falls
“I have to be brave for her,” says 23-year-old son of Beatrice Hunter, who is described as a “family-oriented” person who would “never hurt a fly.”
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Land protectors see renewed support in wake of new charges
Amid claims of double standards, questions of politics, justice and reconciliation remain unanswered.
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Transgressive resistance to Muskrat Falls
Which side are you on?
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Land protectors face criminal charges for defending water, food, culture
Criminalization of Indigenous Peoples acting in self-defence at Muskrat Falls an infringement on constitutional rights, says prominent Mi’kmaw lawyer and scholar.
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Land protectors shut down government office in Labrador
Muskrat Falls protests continue Friday as land protectors deny access to Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
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Land protectors steadfast in face of latest Nalcor injunction
Eight arrested at Happy Valley-Goose Bay courthouse Tuesday as Crown corporation names Elder and photojournalist on latest injunction amid amplified calls for the complete shut down of Muskrat Falls.
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Muskrat Falls truck driver “had no regard for any of us or our safety”: Land Protector
Incident outside Muskrat Falls main gate prompts partial blockade, RCMP investigation.
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Vigils in Labrador and St. John’s honour now-submerged Muskrat Falls
With reservoir flooding and methylmercury monitoring now underway, locals vow to continue fighting to protect their food and way of life.
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Land protectors blockade Muskrat Falls
Dozens prevent workers from entering Muskrat Falls site, vow to keep fighting after being served injunction.
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“We…do not recognize your authority at Muskrat Falls”: Land Protectors
Protests continue at Muskrat Falls as land protectors announce they do not recognize Nalcor’s authority at construction site, “which is on our traditional lands.”
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