Tyendinaga: Mohawks Barricade Quarry

A group of about 30 Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte erected a barricade outside of a quarry today. The did so in the second action taken to stop a developer from building on their territory. Today's action targeted a Desoronto quarry which would be assisting with the development. The Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte took this action to send a strong message to everyone that threats to build on their land will not be taken lightly.

Spokes person Shawn Brant stated today on CJBQ radio that "We would do whatever is necessary in order to achieve our objectives." He also said that if the police attack them, the situation would "far exceed Caledonia's crisis".

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