B.C. First Nation banishes five members over safety concerns

The Taku River Tlingit First Nation has taken the decisive step of banishing five community members for a period of three years. This action was deemed necessary as the individuals pose a "serious risk to the safety and well-being" of the community.

In a public notice shared on their Facebook page, the First Nation stated that significant concerns raised by community members led to the decision. The banishment prohibits the five men from entering the Atlin area, Five Mile, surrounding territories, and the Taku Watershed. "Community safety remains a priority," the Nation affirmed in their statement.

The Taku River Tlingit First Nation, whose traditional territories span parts of the Yukon Territory, Northern British Columbia, Canada, and Alaska, U.S., has its administrative office located in Atlin, northwestern B.C. The Nation is urging anyone who encounters any of the banished men violating the order to contact the Justice Department.

This measure underscores the Nation's commitment to maintaining a secure environment for its members. The banishment serves as a clear message that disruptive and dangerous behavior will not be tolerated within the community.

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Community safety remains a priority.