Not planning to wrest control of land, just to ensure it’s protected: CPAWS

By Dave Baxter, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A Manitoba First Nation chief wants to “set the record straight,” as concerns mount over a plan that would see more land environmentally protected in Manitoba and he’s also accusing the Manitoba Wildlife Federation (MWF) of spreading “misinformation” about the plan. “We have been clear from the beginning: this is not about restricting access,” Fisher River Cree Nation (FRCN) Chief David Crate said in a letter that was sent to The Winnipeg Sun. “Our intent has always been to work with our neighbours, including hunters, anglers, farmers, and cottagers, to determine the best way to sustain this region for the benefit of all.” The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) has been hosting engagement sessions in several communities in the Interlake recently, as…

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