Read more: Cord blood, blood and hair tests show mercury exposure in Grassy NarrowsArticle Continued BelowDavid Suzuki, Indigenous leaders demand justice for Grassy Narrows Opinion | Is Grassy Narrows poisoning a crime against humanity? The letter provided no details of the alleged bias, and board chair Wanlin told the Star no one has followed up to give her any. Before this latest controversy, the board had been critcized for not fully or sensitively serving the residents of Grassy Narrows and Whitedog. ( Randy Risling/Toronto Star )Board chair Wanlin said the proposed payment changes are “an excellent step.” The criteria for an award have not changed since the board’s inception. Wanlin also said rejected applicants can have the decision reviewed by the board “Service Committee,” which includes board doctors and community representatives.

Source: thestar May 05, 2018 22:52 UTC