By Meghan Dewar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter We’koqma’q First Nation has accepted a land claim settlement of $125 million, which will involve each community band member receiving $75,526. Band member Amber Bernard shared her thoughts on the settlement, which range from excitement for her fellow We’koqma’q neighbours to sadness regarding the lasting effects of colonization. “When the offer was first given, I thought, ‘Oh wow, this is amazing,’ because it’s something that my grandparents and my parents have spoken about for most of their lives. To see that settlement finally happen, I thought it was really great for everyone who has been waiting for a very long time. For me, I’m excited,” Bernard explained. “I know that’s what the community voted in favour of, but another part of me can’t…
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