Good morning Kahkewistahaw First Nation,
Later today, I will post a survey to gather input and direction from KFN membership regarding the Agricultural Benefits Settlement. We are currently finalizing the questions to ensure they capture the perspectives of our people.
We will review the survey results and develop a plan to present to the people on how to spend the funds if the vote is successful.
In the coming days, hopefully by the end of today, we will share settlement documents with more details about the proposed agreement. As always, I will continue to provide information to help all members make an informed decision.
I want to remind everyone that this process is democratic, and the sky is not falling. Chief and Council are simply presenting this settlement offer to the nation, as we were elected to do. Next week, we will facilitate this discussion respectfully and transparently, leading up to the vote, in which each member can decide whether to accept the settlement.
If the vote passes, $133.6 million will be injected into our First Nation. If it does not, we will continue as we are. Regardless of the outcome, we will move forward together, always striving to be better than we were yesterday and preparing for what tomorrow may bring.
Ekosi, thank you.
Chief Evan
