31 july 2008 - Winneway, Qc, Canada. The Long Point First Nation has been doing without a police service for 2 years, jeopardizing security in the community. The Band council asked for a budget of 500 000$ a year, while the Canadian Department of Indians and Northern Affairs was offering 400 000$ a year. Since there was no agreement, the band has to rely on the SQ, Quebec provincial police, to provide security and order. That service cost 1,8 millions $ a year without a constant presence.
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