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Barriere Lake highway 117 blockade

After exhausting all political avenues, on November 19th 2008, the Algonquins of Barriere Lake and many non-native supporters have blockaded highway 117 for a second time. Last time the community, including Elders, youth and children, were met with a brutal police response. Riot cops used tear gas and pain compliance, instead of negotiators. The police response has drawn criticism from international human rights groups, the Chiefs of Ontario, and the Christian Peacemaker Team.

Filmmaker: Boban C., Lia T., Phillip G., Martha S., Amy M.

Filmmaker Contact:

 

wideopenexposure@gmail.com

Producer's Name: Boban Chaldovich

Year of Production: 2008

Country: Canada

Region: Quebec

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Barriere Lake highway 117 blockade

After exhausting all political avenues, on November 19th 2008, the Algonquins of Barriere Lake and many non-native supporters have blockaded highway 117 for a second time. Last time the community, including Elders, youth and children, were met with a brutal police response. Riot cops used tear gas and pain compliance, instead of negotiators.