Splatsin among bands declaring state of emergency
Mar 23, 2020 | 2:53 PM
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The Secwepemc (Shuswap) First Nation — including the Splatsin — have declared a state of emergency over COVID-19.
Band leaders are calling on all governments, health authorities and external organizations to “ensure the Secwepemc Nation receives equal access to health, social and necessary infrastructure” to care for their members during the pandemic.
“As Secwepemc, we will work collectively to protect the health and safety of our nation,” the address said. “Through our joint efforts, we will support one another to ensure we have access to food, medical supplies and necessary equipment.
“Our nation leaders will have weekly teleconference calls to collectively coordinate our efforts.”
