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A Declaration of Indian rights : the BC Indian position paper, November, 17, 1970
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia

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Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs
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"The principles and policies outlined herein are a record upon which our people believe overall legislation affecting Indians should be based without prejudice to our claims generally. These principles are suggested in good faith to avoid the kind of mistakes frequently made in the past by the Federal government for decisions and policies made without our direct involvement. These principles will benefit our people and are intended to improve Canadian unity, to bring the Indian and non-Indian peoples closer together" ("Preamble," p.1., A Declaration of Indian Rights : The B.C. Indian Position Paper, November, 17, 1970).

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Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia
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Vancouver B.C. Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs
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