Treaty 8 road sign vandalized

A sign placed along Highway 63 near Plamondon reading “Entering Treaty No. 8 Territory” was found cut in half by a road maintenance crew only three days after being erected. About 10 signs are slated to be put up in the traditional territory to mark the boundaries, raise awareness, and educate the general public. “My staff had worked hard, very hard to ensure that the rules were followed, and that all necessary permits were in place before (the sign) was put up,” said Treaty 8 Grand Chief Steve Courtoreille. “It took more hours to put up than it actually stayed up, and the chiefs aren’t happy.”