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Controversy Over Federal Funding for Self-Identifying Indigenous Group in Labrador

  • The NunatuKavut Community Council, claiming Inuit identity, received $74M in federal funding, sparking concerns from Inuit leaders about misappropriation of Indigenous rights.
  • Inuit leaders argue the group is not recognized as Inuit by other Indigenous organizations and question the validity of their claims.
  • The federal government’s stance on funding self-identified Indigenous groups raises concerns over fair distribution of resources.