Flying Dust unveils monument marking 140th anniversary of treaties
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“In 140 years, we’ve come a long way. We celebrate the perseverance of our people, the things we’ve overcome.”
These were the words of current Flying Dust First Nation (FDFN) Chief Jeremy Norman when he addressed the membership of the community during celebrations of the last 140 years since signing treaties.
Among several other festivities during the two-day event, one significant and historic moment was the unveiling of a monument bearing the names of past chiefs and councils, from 1988 to the current term, which is 2016 to 2020. The other side of the monument showcases chiefs and councils from 1877 to 1987.
“In the 1960s couldn’t leave the reserve, and couldn’t vote,” Norman said. “Today we’re strong. Our people are into business, people are going to school, getting degrees, and we have our own in-house counsel as a band member. We have our teachers, and our school is getting a [kindergarten] to [Grade] 9 expansion. There’s so much opportunity for our people.”
