March For Change In Edmonton

Drum music resonated through Churchill Square, and Aboriginals from Treaty 6, 7, and 8 united in one single powerful voice; a voice that demanded change in Canada's educational funding, as Aboriginal children are falling behind.
Aboriginals claim there are substantial inequalities in the allocation of funds, when the amounts given to Aboriginals are compared to the rest of Canada. There are also allegations of sifting funds before the money ever reaches Aboriginal hands.
Following a performance from the drum group, an Elder gave a prayer in his Blackfoot language. Then speeches from all of the Chiefs in attendance illustrated the wrongdoings, and rallied up the crowd to "move forward."
Among cheers and chants, the march through Edmonton's downtown streets led the crowd to Canada Place. It was there that the Chiefs, including AFN Chief Phil Fontaine, and the crowd made their point heard, loud and clear.
"Education for all First Nations," and "Education is a treaty right," were a couple of the notions they tried get across.
One Elder expressed that he hoped this was neither the beginning nor the end. He wants to see all the bands unite in their common goal, and he hoped that it wouldn't stop at one rally.
It should be noted that the Edmonton Police Service did a commendable job diverting traffic for the march, and keeping the crowd safe.