Innu Nation Exhibit Ignites Historical Debate | Calgary News

The Innu Nation is defiantly moving forward with their long-awaited exhibit, Innu Pakassiun, set to open on National Truth and Reconciliation Day—despite a bitter dispute with the provincial government over the timeline of Innu history in Labrador. Grand Chief Jodie Ashini rejected the province’s claim of only 300 years of presence, insisting the Innu have lived there for millennia, and walked out of a meeting when talks stalled. She emphasized the cultural importance of the exhibit for Innu children and made clear she didn’t seek permission from The Rooms or the government to proceed. While The Rooms will keep the centre open through October 18th to host it, Ashini’s hopes for a joint opening with Premier Wakeham—conditional on an apology—are fading. The Premier, refusing to comment on historical timelines, has pledged to continue dialogue and push forward with an audit the Innu say they never agreed to. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/innu-nation-churchill-falls-debate-9.7342998 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7fdcb8e87a705435 Report issues to [email protected].