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Premier's Office welcomes Wet'suwet'en agreement to join the Province at a 'Wiggus' Table

BY , Jan 31, 2020 1:30 AM - REPORT AN ERRORLAST UPDATED ON Apr 24, 2020 3:31 PM

The Premier's Office has issued the following statement:

"We welcome today's announcement by the Wet'suwet'en Hereditary Chiefs that they will join the Province of B.C. at a Wiggus/Respect Table.

"This Wiggus/Respect Table is an opportunity for all parties to work in good faith towards de-escalation, and we view this announcement as a positive sign that all involved are determined to find a peaceful resolution."

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