First Nation Chiefs Call for Public Inquiry into Ontario Government's Wildfire Response The wildfires ravaging northwestern Ontario have left over 2,400 evacuees in their wake, with at least two First Nations communities completely destroyed.
A disturbing pattern is emerging: a lack of preparation, inadequate communication, and a seeming disregard for Indigenous peoples' lives and lands.
Gull Bay First Nation's Chief Wilfred King has described the situation as "horrific," echoing the testimonies of countless evacuees who speak of being left to fend for themselves with little notice or support from authorities.