Latest Matawa Messenger.....p 10, follow up meeting with Matawa Chiefs and Wynne just after the New Year...Hope they are all still smiling!
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Matawa Chiefs Council and Regional Framework Happenings
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In August 2016 Matawa's Regional Framework Team visited Aroland, Marten Falls and Nibinamik and held
community meetings while they were there. Matawa Lead Negotiator Bob Rae and his colleague Bryce Edwards
brought members and Chiefs and Councils up to date on the issues and challenges. Turnout for meetings was much appreciated and community hospitality was amazing.
Matawa Chiefs Council and Regional Framework Happenings Cont'd
Bottom row (L to R): Chief Waboose, Chief Towedo, Chief Atlookan, Minister Zimmer
Top row (L to R) Minister Gravelle, Chief Wabasse, Chief Allen, Premier Wynne, Chief Achneepineskum, Chief Echum, Chief Moonias, Frank Iacobucci, Chief Yellowhead, Bob Rae
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On October 6, 2016 the Matawa Chiefs met with Ontario Premier Wynne at Queen's Park in Toronto. The
meeting was productive and positive and there will be a follow-up meeting with the Premier just after the NewYear.
On October 13, 2016 the Matawa Chiefs met with Federal Minister Navdeep Bains (Minister of Innovation,
Science, Economic Development and Fednor) to discuss economic development opportunities in the Matawa
region and in particular, bringing broadband services to the remote communities. A broadband line would
provide high speed, reliable internet to the Matawa communities, but full funding has not yet been committed to
by this federal department. The Chiefs pressured the Minister, however no new commitments were made at the
meeting. Also in attendance were Minister Patti Hadju, Minister Michael Gravelle and MP Don Rusnak.
