Six Nations raises red flags over federal budget cuts and calls for united advocacy
Six Nations raises red flags over federal budget cuts and calls for united advocacy

While Ottawa promises billions for water, housing and infrastructure, Six Nations is warning that much of the federal budget leaves on-reserve health services and community priorities vulnerable to cuts. Abigail Hill, Well Being Liaison Officer with the Six Nations Department of Well Being, delivered a detailed federal budget analysis to Six Nations Elected Council (SNEC) at its Feb. 10 General Council meeting, urging council to remain “steadfast” as the federal government undertakes a sweeping expenditure and sustainability review. “The federal budget matters,” Hill told council, outlining how it sets funding priorities, highlights gaps and shapes advocacy efforts for First Nations-specific needs. Her presentation reviewed Indigenous-specific investments, including $2.3 billion over three years starting in 2026 to renew the First Nations water and wastewater enhanced program, $2.8 billion confirmed for the

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