Longread

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.

September 6, 2019

# Land Protectors

Editorial Post-Oil NL

Leave us something to build on?

Michelle Porter

November 25, 2018

Elders jailed after refusing to stay away from Muskrat Falls

"We don't understand why we're being treated like terrorists," says land protector.

July 24, 2017

An Open Letter to Dwight Ball on “Discovery Day”

Let's call it "Reconciliation Day" instead.

TheIndependent.ca

June 25, 2017

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.

June 14, 2017

To Each Their Own

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.

June 4, 2017

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…

May 31, 2017

Land protectors see renewed support in wake of new charges

Amid claims of double standards, questions of politics, justice and reconciliation remain unanswered.

April 15, 2017

Power and Dissent

Transgressive resistance to Muskrat Falls

Which side are you on?

March 27, 2017

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.

March 18, 2017

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.

January 13, 2017

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…

November 24, 2016

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.

November 20, 2016