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[[link removed]] Building Immunity in CommunityDear John,

I have great news! Last week, you acted in solidarity with Indigenous communities in northern
Manitoba who, in order to ensure the safety of their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, were calling on Manitoba Hydro to comply with their demand to restrict access
to the Keeyask dam project.

Yesterday, Manitoba Hydro and the First Nation partners in the Keeyask project
agreed to work together to protect people living in the area from COVID-19 as
part of any plans to expand operations at the dam site.

Thank you for acting in solidarity with these First Nations, and for the rights
of all Indigenous peoples to protect their communities during the pandemic.

These communities are, of course, not alone. As COVID-19 restrictions begin to relax in some parts of Canada, the virus is
just beginning to reach and impact more remote and Indigenous communities.

This week, Amnesty International is launching the “Building Immunity in Community”
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solutions they have developed in the face of COVID-19.

Indigenous communities have been working to ensure the safety of their members,
facing different threats and challenges, and developing effective solutions
based on the needs of the people and the resources at hand.

We invite you to take some time with these stories: explore the interactive map,
watch the short videos, read the histories and background information, and hear
directly from people who know their needs and communities best.


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You can also find opportunities to advocate for Indigenous rights to ensure that
everyone gets the help they need during the pandemic.

Visit the “Building Immunity in Community” map to learn more about the
communities and get started >>
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Miigwech miinwaa weweni (thank you and take care),

Ana Collins
Indigenous Rights Advisor
Amnesty International Canada


P.S. No two communities are the same. Culture, governance, location, and history
all shape how an Indigenous community experiences this pandemic, but there are
some shared concerns as well as solutions. Visit the "Building Immunity in Community" project to hear directly from the
communities and act in solidarity.
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