Canada needs legislation to protect historical Indigenous burial sites: Winnipeg conference

February 27, 2024

A Manitoba First Nation and an advocacy group are hosting a conference in Winnipeg this week to discuss the need for national legislation that would protect Indigenous ancestral remains and belongings in Canada. The Protecting our Ancestors conference is hosted by Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) — an advocacy organization that represents dozens of First Nations in northern Manitoba — in partnership with Sioux Valley Dakota Nation in southwestern Manitoba.The three-day gathering that began Tuesday calls for legislation similar…