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Talks to begin
Wet’suwet’en agrees to meet the Province at a ‘Wiggus’ Table
Jan 30, 2020 | 4:45 PM
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VICTORIA — The provincial government says it’s welcomes today’s announcement by the Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chiefs to join the Province at a Wiggus/Respect Table.
“This Wiggus/Respect Table is an opportunity for all parties to work in good faith towards de-escalation, and we view this announcement as a positive sign that all involved are determined to find a peaceful resolution,” reads a statement from the Premier’s Office.
A statement from the Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chiefs indicates the chiefs have agreed to enter a discussion with the Province for a period of seven days, in an effort “de-escalate the ongoing conflict surrounding the Coastal Gas Link project.”
