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Honourable David Eby, Premier
Premier@gov.bc.ca
Honourable Bowinn Mah
Minister of Infrastructure
Honourable Mike Farnworth
Minister of Transportation and Transit
Minister.MOTI@gov.bc.ca
Honourable Christine Boyle
Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
IRR.Minister@gov.bc.ca
Honourable Tamara Davidson
Minister of Environment and Parks
ENV.Minister@gov.bc.ca
Dear Premier and Ministers,
With a new mandate to govern the province amidst the evermore urgent need to act in favour of environmental sustainability and Indigenous justice, I am writing to express my concern and my hope regarding the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s construction proposal within Goldstream Provincial Park, a proposal that will do nothing to alleviate traffic congestion.
With all that we are learning about the importance of protecting the integrity of ecosystems, it is unconscionable that there would be any consideration given to the removal of hundreds of trees, the degradation of salmon spawning grounds, and actions that would threaten the vitality of the river. AND surely the path to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples includes upholding the rights of the WSÁNEĆ nations to steward the land and waters outlined in the Douglas Treaty.
My hope at this point lies in the knowledge that representatives of MOTI have met with members of the WSÁNEĆ Council and there is the intention to arrive at a way forward by way of consensus.
As each salmon spawning season sees many thousands of people visiting the park, learning not only about the miraculous salmon life-cycle but, as well, the cultural and spiritual significance of this place to WSÁNEĆ people, I urge you to collaborate on finding a way that will safeguard the lives (human and more-than- human) of the many players at stake.
Will you ensure that the way forward will reflect a commitment to listening to those who uphold the rights of the WSÁNEĆ nations to find a more ecologically sustainable alternative?
With respect and gratitude for your public service,