Indian Act Chiefs Act Up in Ottawa

First Nations chiefs demand to be heard

Try to force their way into the House

Indian Act chiefs attempt to enter House of Commons in Ottawa (for 30 seconds…)

By: Mia Rabson, Winnipeg Free Press, Dec. 5, 2012

OTTAWA — Chiefs from Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan tried to force their way onto the floor of the House of Commons on Tuesday, demanding a chance to be heard by the government.

Some mild pushing and shoving occurred as security guards stepped up to block access to the chamber, and after about 30 seconds, the chiefs backed down.