Esk'etemc First Nation in BC receives $147.6m settlement from federal government over 1800s water rights dispute.
The Esk'etemc First Nation in British Columbia received a $147.6 million settlement with the federal government over a dispute regarding water rights dating back to the late 1800s. The nation filed a claim against the government more than 20 years ago, citing the loss of water rights from nearby Vert Lake, which were granted to settlers in 1925. The settlement compensates the Esk'etemc for the loss of water rights and its impact on economic opportunities and community sustainability.
July 24, 2024
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