Matthew Coon Come OC (born April 13, 1956) is a Canadian politician and activist of Cree descent.
[1] Born near Mistissini, Quebec, Coon Come was first educated at LaTuque Indian Residential School, in LaTuque, Quebec, part of the residential school system.
He became known internationally for his efforts to defend the fundamental rights of First Nations peoples, notably in the campaign against the Quebec government's James Bay hydroelectric project.
He has also received 2 honorary degrees, including:
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