LA DORÉ – In response to the blockade set up the Mamo First Nation at the Domtar sawmill in La Doré, Unifor condemns the government’s total lack of social dialogue in its reform of the forestry regime. According to the union, the development of this reform in the absence of any real consultation with stakeholders, particularly First Nations, has resulted in a predictable conflict. “The situation has reached a critical point. It is imperative that the government listen to Indigenous peoples, offer concrete responses to their concerns, and actively involve them in the forestry economy in order to limit the impact on workers,” insisted Daniel Cloutier, Unifor Quebec Director. “Dialogue must be re-established immediately in order to rebuild bridges with all partners.” Unifor is calling on all parties to avoid escalating the situation and remain peaceful and to follow the instructions of the authorities present at the site of the blockade.