Manitoba Mtis Federation threatens boycott of human rights museum

The Manitoba MtisFederation is accusing the new Canadian Museum for Human Rights of censorship and is threatening to boycott the institution.

President David Chartrand says the museum approached the federation and asked which Mtis performers should be included in the opening ceremonies.

But he says the Winnipeg museum rejected the federation's choice decorated Mtis musician Ray St. Germain because they wanted a younger person.

Chartrand says the federation is insulted by the decision and has voted to boycott Canada's newest museum, which is to open next month.

A spokeswoman for the museum says they asked the federation for suggestions, but have to ensure the opening ceremonies reflect all of Canada.

Rhea Yates says the museum has the highest regard for St. Germain and regrets any offence it may have caused.