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At what point are we (all humans) going to realize that our earth is our only home and act in a way that protects it at all costs

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There are many other, more environmentally friendly options to produce clean energy, solar and hydro being examples.

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What can YOU do to help current and future generations “meet in the middle?”

Force will not result in meeting in the middle or help foster respectful and equal relationships

This is not reconciliation.  Arresting and placing a 12 year old in handcuffs is not reconciliation

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How do we ensure the big companies don’t have all the power and have money be their only focus?

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“Laws don’t apply to coastal gas link” how is that legal? A law is a law and should be respected by everyone.

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Is meeting in the middle trying to find more eco friendly and sustainable power sources?

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How can Indigenous communities have a better representation?

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The government needs intervene with the companies that only care about profits but not sustainability.

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If there is a compromise possible, how much time is this going to take? And how much more damage will be done before an even ground can be met?

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The pipeline continuously fails to properly consult with the Wet’suwet’en communities although it is acquired by law

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Does monetary gain trump lineage to the land?

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How can we meet in the middle if involved parties start with the premise of deception or equivocation?

What accountability does the government or CGL have?  If the government holds the government responsible, isn’t that a conflict of interest?

How does this discussion extend beyond land and indigenous land to pull in questions of our dependency on fossil fuels?  Arguably monetary gain is short term... long term effects must be considered but how do we change mass thinking?

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Coastal Gaslink stated in their response “Coastal Gaslink is committed to constructing this project safely, and with respect for all people, communities and environment” but what if implementing this pipeline is in itself disrespecting the people, communities and environment?

Their actions have not reflected what they claim to be having the First Nations best interest at heart

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theres no respect given to the rights and voices of the indigenous peoples

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We need to educate all the ppl of the next generation so we can make the difference as we grow up

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Based on the part of the article I read, it seems as though regulations that’s are in place to ensure environmental protection and the rights of Indigenous groups are a facade. The power really lies in the hands of large corporations and the government.