Historic treaty, hunt renews relations between Stoney and Simpcw Nations – Cochrane Eagle
November 9, 2023
In a weekend-long gathering (Oct. 27-29), Stoney Nation and Simpcw First Nation, supported by Parks Canada, renewed relationships that existed long before the formation of the national park through a ceremony and hunt.
JASPER NATIONAL PARK – The renewal of a historic agreement between two First Nations in Jasper National Park marks an enduring commitment to upholding treaty and aboriginal rights, and to continued Indigenous stewardship of the land.
In a weekend-long gathering (Oct. 27-29), Stoney Nation and Simpcw First Nation, supported by Parks Canada, renewed relationships that existed long before the formation of the national park through a ceremony and hunt.
“Our Nations have had a sacred treaty since time immemorial,” said Barry Wesley, a Stoney knowledge keeper who is part of the Jasper Indigenous Forum – an initiative that fosters collaboration between Parks staff, managers and Indigenous representatives with the shared goal of returning Indigenous presence and culture to the landscape.
