Edjericon calls for economic reconciliation with Indigenous people – Penticton Herald

Jan. 28, 2026

Tu Nedhe-Wiilideh MLA Richard Edjericon is championing the need for economic reconciliation as the Deninu K’ue Fist Nation seeks territorial government backing to provide an edge in procuring private-sector contracts.

Edjericon said he’s been in close contact with Deninu Chief Louis Balsillie about a letter that Balsillie recently sent to the GNWT over losing out on a bid to a southern-based entity to provide core boxes to a mining company.

“This situation highlights the need for the economic component of reconciliation. Economic development on our traditional territory must be guided by a culture of mutual respect and shared benefit,” Edjericon said. “Businesses must partner with our communities, and we require leadership from the territorial government through strong policies and collaborative partnerships to ensure that opportunities for business are also opportunities for all of our people.

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