First nations economy

Hi Friends

Today lets see if we can devise an economic plan, shall we?
Many First Nation communities are located miles from nowhere and this brings a plethora of problems. Most have no economy nor economic plans.
We therefore must be more creative than most.Though I'm no expert there are people who are. Economists, scientist, and horticulturists to consult. To do something about our circumstance seems to me at least preferable then awaiting the Governments limited and insulting aid.


I don't know how profitable they are but how about some wind farms on those wind swept shores, or how about some hydroponic green houses (no soil needed) for those 6-8 servings a day of fruits and vegetables the food guide suggests for our optimum health.


Our leadership must devise better ways for our people. Better than welfare, better than subsistence existence.
We as the first people of this land must have more insight into the natural gifts given to us by the Creator for our use and benefit. Eco tourism, health walks conducted by the elders, tastes of native cuisine prepared by our own people...


I've recently read the book Dances with Dependency, and the author got it right when he asked, "would our ancestors recognize us today?" How far we have been beaten down. Yes we have suffered, but the only way back from the brink is to take charge of our own recovery. Nobody else cares. Every one else is too focused on their own suffering to give a damn about us.
It's in our hands to raise our selves up. We can do this.


Shun the Indian Act and become the profits of our own good fortunes. Stop playing the white mans game. Stop the court challenges to win back limited (by the Indian Acts racist wording) freedoms. We can only be free by being our own authors. Then and only then do we stand a chance of moving the hearts and minds of others to our plight. It is more rewarding to back the under dog. It is better to have tried and failed then to vastly succeed at doing nothing at all. Let us - let our ancestors recognize us once more as the strong resourceful descendants of those who have gone before.
regards Debra