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Dive into our collection of articles, insights, and resources illuminating the Ottawa 1701 Treaty Council and its enduring impact.
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1701 Treaty Trade Council Update: How You Can Support Our Rights During the Royal Visit
Kwey. We’re the 1701 Treaty Trade Council. Our website was created for…
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“We are not the law-breakers” Indigenous store owners protest Ottawa Police Services harassment
The owners of Ottawa area Indigenous cannabis dispensaries and their supporters assert…
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Treaty Trade Council to address King Charles III during Ottawa visit on unceded land: Remind your Public Servants to uphold your treaty responsibilities and Royal Proclamations
OTTAWA – As King Charles III and Queen Camilla prepare for their…
The intent of the 1701 Ottawa Treaty Council
Answers to key questions about the 1701 Ottawa Treaty Council.
What is the Ottawa 1701 Treaty Council?
The Council was formed by a group of Indigenous trading post owners operating in the Ottawa area. The council is works to uphold Aboriginal and treaty rights and seeks to educate the public and government bodies about Indigenous rights in Ottawa.
Who attended the Ottawa Treaty Council?
The treaty council has members of many different Indigenous nations who live and work in Ottawa. In addition to Algonquin members from Kitigan Zibi and Pikwakanagan, there are Mohawk members from Tyendinaga, as well as Mi’kmaw, Cree, and Anishinaabe members of the Council.
Why was the Ottawa 1701 Treaty Council founded?
The Council was formed to push back against underhanded actions by the Ottawa Police Services to threaten and intimidate the landlords renting to Indigenous trading posts. The formation of this council marks a return to traditional organizing amongst members of Indigenous nations exercising their rights.
Where was the Ottawa 1701 Treaty Council founded?
The council was founded in Ottawa at a meeting on April 2, 2025. The Council plans to meet on a monthly basis going forwards.