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JUNE 6, 2000

NEW BRUNSWICK:
The Big Cove First Nation wants to start salmong fishing on the Richibucto river again, citing increased cases of diabetes and high blood pressure.
Big Cove wants salmon fishery back (CBC 6/5)

NEWFOUNDLAND:
Peter Penashue, President of the Innu Nation, addressed land claims at the opening of a Viking exhibit which describes the first encounter between aboriginals and the Europeans.
Land claims raised at Viking exhibition opening (CBC 6/5)

MANITOBA:
Legislators spoke out against a recent government report that endorsed casinos in First Nations communities. The Sioux Valley First Nation is eager to open a casino but faces opposition.
Questions about casino process (CBC 6/5)
Band faces opposition to Brandon casino (CBC 6/2)
Casinos get mixed reviews in north (CBC 6/2)

A trust fund dispute on the Long Plain First Nation is going to court. At issue are the nature of expenditures from a previous council.
Trust fund becomes legal battleground (CBC 6/2)

QUEBEC:
The Kahnawake Mohawk Council won't allow Bo Curotte to run for counci because he doesn't pass the 1/2 blood quantum requirement.
Mohawk's blood not pure enough (CBC 6/4)