A common misperception and misunderstanding that continues to grow since November says the only terrible legislation taking direct aim at First Nations (and opening up doors for massive environmental exploitation in Canada) is Bill C-45.

“No Bill C-45!” on signs.

“No Bill C-45!” on information pamphlets.

“No Bill C-45!” on signs.

“No Bill C-45!” spoken in interviews by many very sure they understand the full scope of the power push being made by Ottawa.

However, this is not the case.

Idle No More sees bigger picture

This is not to say C-45 doesn’t deserve our scrutiny, critique, and direct focus for its repeal, but it is absolutely necessary for all to understand it is merely part of the picture and the more the wider picture is not understood, Ottawa’s seizure of illegitimate power becomes closer to a reality with First Nations inherent and treaty rights dismantled and the lands we share with Canadian open to exploitation