Suterra’s Post

As I navigate the world, grow older and fully engage in policies and actions to support my Community and most importantly my country. I remind myself that we must ensure those making the calls at higher offices fully support and understands the strategic importance of controlling energy and food and I must also add securing our entry and exits in this nation. All three are clearly articulated in this press release! #energysecurity #nationalsecurity #Agriculturesecurity #americanveterans #strategicleadership

It’s January 3 and today was a good day in 1959. In 1867, the United States signed the Treaty of Cession with Russia, securing about 370 million acres of mostly pristine wilderness for the modest price of $7.2 million. Reactions to the purchase were mostly positive, but some saw it as useless land and labeled it "Seward's Folly", referring to then U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward. And they weren’t wrong for a while – Alaska remained sparsely populated until the Klondike Gold Rush of 1896 threw open the doors for those seeking fortune. By the mid-20th century, the territory of Alaska's vast resources, including oil, timber, and fisheries, were attracting investment. As the population increased and economic interests flourished, the need for local governance became apparent. Ernest Gruening, a territorial governor for over a decade, and E.L. Bartlett, Alaska's non-voting delegate to Congress for 14 years, tirelessly lobbied for statehood, emphasizing the economic potential of the region and the importance of representation in Congress. Their efforts culminated in the signing of the Alaska Statehood Act by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on July 7, 1958. And on January 3, 1959, Alaska officially became the 49th state of the United States. Gruenig and Bartlett would both serve as Alaska's first U.S. Senators. And that’s why today was a good day in history. #positivity #todaywashistory

Pelagic fishermen urge Coastal States to focus on more equitable quota shares https://lnkd.in/dVTSku9W #scottishfishingnews #shetlandfishingnews #scottishpelagicfishingindustry #fishingnews #dailyfishingnews #fishingnewsScotland #fishingnewsShetland #NEAtlanticCoastalStates

Pelagic fishermen urge Coastal States to focus on more equitable quota shares https://lnkd.in/dVC6HSj8 #scottishfishingnews #shetlandfishingnews #scottishpelagicfishingindustry #fishingnews #dailyfishingnews #fishingnewsScotland #fishingnewsShetland #NEAtlanticCoastalStates

When I was counsel at the Supreme Court of Canada for R v. Marshall, this year being the 25th anniversary of the deicision, I was opmistic that after a shorter transitional period - 5, maybe even 10 years post decision - fair fisheries allocations would have been negotiated for each First Nation. It’s outrageous that 25-years post-decision we’re still nowhere near that point, as the Crown refuses to honour Treaty rights unless effectively non-Indigenous fishers agree. We all have to remember that unlike the west coast where Indigenous fishers have traditionally held a 1/3 interest in fish catches, on the east coast it was under 1%! It’s the Crown’s duty, and not the job of non-Indigenous fishers, to honour all Treaty rights. The SCC spoke clearly 25 years ago this coming September. The Crown did initially act, investing $600 million in post-Marshall initiatives. But Marshall arguably remains the SCC’s most significant affirmation of Treaty rights to date. What isn’t the Crown still listening?

Lower Elwha Klallam tribal member Levi Charles, right, watches his son Kolby fish for coho salmon in the Elwha River. A mix of hook and line, dip nets and river nets were allowed, depending on river conditions. Learn how the tribe celebrated its first salmon fishery after removal of the river’s two fish-blocking dams in the Winter 2024 Northwest Treaty Tribes magazine, now online. Stories in this issue include how the treaty tribes and state co-manager developed a joint hatchery policy, how tribal youth were able to participate in a chinook salmon fishery, and how studying Dungeness crab DNA could help with regional management of shellfish. https://lnkd.in/gwVED_-7

The health of our lands and waters depends on working collaboratively in ways that honor tribal sovereignty, uphold treaty obligations, embrace Indigenous Knowledge and advance Indigenous priorities. https://lnkd.in/ecpTWjrk

The deep state is coming from every angle !

Let’s restore Australia to a strong western democracy that supports its allies and rejects anti-semitism. Put the emphasis on supporting our industry and farming. Stop the ideology & left wing lunatic fringe from dictating policy. A return to common sense policy and pragmatic solutions.

Have your say! 🐟 We released our What We Heard report and are now finalizing Canada’s first-ever strategy to ensure the future of Atlantic Salmon populations, a species that is central to the cultural identities of Indigenous peoples and many East coast communities. Read the report and share your final thoughts before July 30, before the strategy is finalized: https://ow.ly/Vu7O50SuCt5