Union of Ontario Indians

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First reported May 17 2013 - Updated May 17 2013 - 1 reports

Elijah Harper: March 3, 1949 - May 17, 2013

/CNW/ - The family of Elijah Harper regrets to announce the passing of the much loved, respected and influential Cree leader and Indigenous activist.$ He passed away early May 17th as a result of cardiac failure due to diabetes complications.His wife, ... [Published Canada NewsWire - May 17 2013]
First reported Jan 11 2013 - Updated Jan 11 2013 - 1 reports

Aboriginal leader fears Idle No More backlash against native students

TORONTO — Fearing a backlash against aboriginal students over the Idle No More protests, some First Nations leaders are calling on school boards to help guard against problems. Patrick Madahbee, grand council chief of the Anishinabek Nation, said in ... [Published National Post - Top Stories - Jan 11 2013]

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His wife, Anita Olsen Harper, his children and the Harper family $ offered the following statement: $ $ $ $ $ "Elijah was a wonderful man, father, partner.$ He was a true leader and visionary in every sense of the word.$ He will have a place in Canadian history, forever, for his devotion to public service and uniting his fellow First Nations with pride, determination and resolve.$ $ Elijah will also be remembered for bringing Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people together to find a spiritual basis for healing and understanding.$ We will miss him terribly and Love him forever." Elijah is survived by his loving wife Anita Olsen Harper, his devoted children Bruce and Holly...

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