Women who are registered with the Squamish Nation make up almost 52 per cent of the population and according to the Squamish nation, 40 per cent of their voting members are between the age of 18 and 35. Young Squamish women fighting for changeRivers is not the only young woman running for council in hopes of changing the face of the nation. Unlike other bands, the Squamish Nation does not have an elected chief position. "In a colonial setting, it's important to have people speak on behalf of your nation, George-Hollis said. A controversial LNG development — the $1.6-billion Woodfibre project — has also sparked debate among Squamish Nation members over the years.

Source: CBC News December 06, 2017 02:15 UTC