from Sumoud:

The members of the Six Nations of the Grand River community have been engaged in a land reclamation near Caledonia, Ontario since February 28, 2006. This historic action impacts all First Nations on Turtle Island (North America) and beyond; it has advanced indigenous struggles to a level not seen since the start of colonization.

However, it cannot succeed without your help.

The monthly cost of maintaining the camp over the winter months totals $19,000. This is for fuel to keep the generators going, a snow blower, food, clothing, supplies, etc.

A further $10,000 is needed to retain a team of lawyers to defend Onkwehonwe people (indigenous people) who are facing criminal charges for participating in this action.

The Coalition in Support of Indigenous Sovereignty is comprised of diverse solidarity and community groups led by an Indigenous Caucus that has come together to support First Nations Sovereignty on Turtle Island. We are spearheading a campaign to raise $29,000 for the Six Nations Reclamation by December 31, 2006.

Please consider supporting this important action. Every cent collected goes directly to the Reclamation Project.

Make an online donation by clicking the banner above or make out a cheque to Janie Jamieson and send to 10 Britain Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 1R6.

To donate using a VISA or MC please email amadahy@rogers.com or fax 416-598-4468 with the following information:

• Cardholder’s name
• Credit card number
• Expiry date
• Amount of donation

The Coalition in Support of Indigenous Sovereignty is led by an Indigenous Caucus and comprised of Al-Awda Palestinian Right to Return Coalition, Arab Students Collective U of T, CKLN Community Radio, Coalition Against Israeli Apartheid, CUPE 3903, Ontario Coalition Against Poverty, No One is Illegal.