Canadian Politics Today

I thought this part was interesting , why would they reject that as it sounds good to me to be away from the Indian Act.

In a separate vote, Lheidli T'enneh members also narrowly rejected a proposed constitution, which would have removed the First Nation from the Indian Act and established self-government.

Band Chief Dominic Frederick says the result of both votes is disappointing, but he intends to honour the wishes of the people.

I don’t know. Afraid to be out on their own after 150 years of being under the act and it’s protections? Better the devil you know? Think they can get a better deal? If so, doesn’t sound like this chief is interested spending his time doing it.