Local woman embarks on hunger strike
Eileen Burns is on day three of a hunger strike at James Smith Cree Nation.
She has spent her days in her truck, only consuming water to bring awareness to her concerns.
Burns was recently fired from her job as the band's prevention co-ordinator, as a result of a message she wrote on her daughter's Facebook.
“To my daughter Marcie, now you see the power of money. I know you’re hurt by the sudden change of plans without any notice/text/telephone call. Family can be so jealous and think otherwise … you would have done an excellent job (from my point of view). Head/chin up other opportunities. Have a good ole Opry day…We love you.”