But the event has a broader goal of raising awareness about "landless bands" like the Young Chippewayan. Others seeking recognitionRay Funk, an advocate for landless bands who works with the Young Chippewayan, said he was aware of at least six other landless bands in Saskatchewan. "Other landless bands became aware of what we were doing and got in touch, so we have provided a forum, at this point for four landless bands, to tell their story," said Funk. Part of the reason for holding the conference was to build on the limited information about landless bands. "There's a definite sense of loss regarding the identity of the Young Chippewayan Band," said Laplante.

Source: CBC News August 12, 2017 23:03 UTC