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White-Nationalist Demonstration on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Reserve Sparks Outcry
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Core Event
On a Sunday morning, a group of individuals wearing black clothing and white masks entered the lands of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (formerly the Kamloops Indian Band) near Kamloops, British Columbia. They displayed a banner bearing the words “got bones” and posted a sign, actions described by community leaders as an intimidation tactic. The chief, Rosanne Casimir, said the participants appeared to be members of the Second Sons of Canada, though police have not independently verified the affiliation.
Background & Context
Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc has been at the center of national attention since 2021, when the First Nation released findings indicating more than 200 potential unmarked graves at the site of its former residential school. The incident occurred as Canada prepares to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day meant to acknowledge the legacy of residential schools and promote healing.
Official Statements & Responses
Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned the demonstration as “cowardly” and “abhorrent,” emphasizing that such hate has no place in Canada. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed an ongoing investigation and pledged continued engagement with the group. Provincial leaders also reacted: BC NDP Leader David Eby called the act a “disgusting display” and urged all British Columbians to denounce it, while interim Conservative leader Lorne Doerkson described the actions as “absolutely appalling” and called for law-enforcement vigilance.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The RCMP is taking this matter seriously and will continue to engage the group as part of our response and current ongoing investigation.” — Prime Minister Mark Carney
- “And I, we’ve done a great job of that. We have so many people that are now wanting to learn more about Indigenous peoples, Indigenous cultures, and how that is an important fabric in this country we call Canada.” — Privacy Policy Wade Grant
