Ontario Regional Chief Supports Grassy Narrows First Nation In Their Call For Governments To Deal With Mercury Pollution http://tiny.cc/f962c

“It is heartbreaking to hear the stories from the community members whose health has been affected by mercury poisoning,” said Chief Toulouse. “The people of Grassy Narrows have raised their concerns for forty years now, only to have them fall on deaf ears. The health of these people and the negative impacts on the environment cannot continue to be ignored. The demands of Grassy Narrows First Nation are simple and achievable --- it is time for the government to listen to the voices of the First Nation,” stated Chief Toulouse.

“The contamination of the waters must stop immediately,” said Chief Toulouse. He further indicated that there are numerous examples of waters being poisoned by industry along the Wabigoon River, such as spills into Lake Superior endangering the health of the Ojibways of Pic River. “Our people continue to witness the contamination of the waters and are demanding a stop to this destructive behaviour immediately. It is incomprehensible that governments continue to turn a blind eye to this situation,” stated the Regional Chief.