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The Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs is urging the province to delay two treaty bills, warning unresolved territorial overlaps could fuel conflict between First Nations.

The British Columbia government has tabled a bill to implement a treaty with the Kitselas First Nation in west-central B.C. It comes amid pushback from neighbouring First Nations, who say the treaty would infringe on their territorial rights.

British Columbia has tabled legislation to implement a treaty with K’ómoks First Nation, marking a major milestone in a process that began more than 30 years ago.

The Haida Nation is celebrating a major victory after British Columbia’s top court ruled the First Nation has sovereignty over Haida Gwaii.

British Columbia is setting aside up to $5 million for a new police program aimed at curbing property crime and street disorder in urban centres.