Tensions over planned archaeological dig in Oka

Tensions over planned archaeological dig in Oka

July 1, 2020 4:01 am EST.

Members of the Mohawk community of Kanesatake are fighting against a planned archaeological dig at an old recreational site in Oka. They say their land rights and self-determination are being infringed upon since they weren’t consulted first. Alyssia Rubertucci has more.

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