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May 6, 2024
Appeals dismissed for father, son convicted in killings of Métis hunters
Lawyers for father and son argued that the jury was not properly instructed CBC News: The Court of Appeal of Alberta has upheld convictions against a father and son found guilty in the shooting deaths of Métis hunters Jacob Sansom and Maurice Cardinal. In separate decisions Monday, appeal panels rejected the applications of Anthony Bilodeau and his...
May 5, 2024
‘We deserve justice’: Red Dress Day events in downtown Winnipeg honour MMIWG2S+
New $15M endowment fund will help support MMIWG2S+ families, province announced on Red Dress Day CBC News: Hundreds marched from downtown Winnipeg Sunday night to mark Red Dress Day, the nationally recognized day to raise awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people. The fourth annual MMIWG2S+ Walk for Justice started at...
May 3, 2024
Manitoba Government Invests in Social Housing Units
NationTalk: The Manitoba government is providing financial support for two projects that will create 46 new social housing units that target immediate community needs, Housing, Addictions, and Homelessness Minister Bernadette Smith announced today. “Through meaningful partnerships with community housing providers and significant investments, our government is increasing the social housing supply in Manitoba,” said Smith....
April 23, 2024
A Fairer Future for Every Generation of Indigenous Peoples
NationTalk: When Indigenous Peoples succeed, Canada succeeds. A fairer future for every generation of Indigenous Peoples includes better access to health care, housing, post-secondary education, and good-paying jobs. With renewed Nation-to-Nation, Government-to-Government, and Inuit-Crown relationships, we are creating thousands of jobs, generating economic opportunity for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, and closing the housing...
April 23, 2024
North West Company says officials intends to participate in committee hearings on subsidy program
APTN News: A spokesperson for the North West Company (NWC) says it’s open to any invitation from the Parliamentary Indigenous Affairs committee to talk about the federal government’s food subsidy program. “We will be assisting in any way we can, with the study on Nutrition North Canada,” said Darryl Martin, director of marketing and communications...
April 19, 2024
The Five Canada-wide Cultural Heritage Organizations Are Disappointed by Federal Budget 2024
NationTalk: In a federal budget appropriately focused on creating new housing, advancing Indigenous self-determination, combatting hate, and creating a clean economy, there is an unfortunate lack of recognition of the role cultural heritage places and existing buildings play in creating housing, wellbeing, and supporting a green economy. The five Canada-wide cultural heritage organizations – Canadian...
April 16, 2024
Feds promise $9B in the budget, includes opt-in tax program, loan guarantees
APTN News: The federal government is proposing an opt-in tax collection system for First Nation communities that will collect money for fuel, alcohol, cannabis, tobacco and vaping products according to Budget 2024 that was tabled in the House of Commons on Tuesday. “A fair fiscal relationship means supporting an Indigenous tax jurisdiction that advances self-determination...
April 16, 2024
Budget 2024: Indigenous Housing and Community Infrastructure
Indigenous Housing and Community Infrastructure Everyone needs access to housing they can afford. Indigenous Peoples have faced high housing costs and lack of access for far too long. That is why the government has made huge investments and is taking historic action to increase supply across this country, including for Indigenous communities. In order for...
April 16, 2024
Budget 2024: Safe Indigenous Communities
The legacy of colonialism has meant that Indigenous communities have long been without Indigenous-led policing and justice. To correct past wrongs, it is essential that better Indigenous-led policing, justice, and emergency services are developed, guided by input from communities on what they need. Indigenous Peoples have been underrepresented in policing, which has meant policing is...
April 16, 2024
Budget 2024: Food Security
Northern Food Security Many Northerners and Indigenous people living in isolated communities lack affordable, year-round access to nutritious food. Nutrition North Canada makes nutritious foods more accessible and affordable in communities without supply centres. At a time of global food price inflation, it is more important than ever that this support be there. To deliver...
April 16, 2024
Budget 2024: Advancing Economic Reconciliation
An economy that is fair for everyone is one where everyone is able to fully participate. That hasn’t always been the case, especially for Indigenous Peoples. The history of discrimination faced in communities has meant that, for too long, Indigenous Peoples were left behind and could not fully participate in the Canadian economy. With Budget...
April 16, 2024
A Fair Future for Indigenous Peoples
From: Department of Finance Canada Backgrounder A fair Canada is one where the government continues making meaningful progress in the journey of reconciliation by working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples. The federal government continues to prioritize its responsibility to help ensure First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have what they need to grow and succeed on...
April 11, 2024
B.C. tables anti-racism legislation, promises to hold public bodies accountable
The Globe and Mail: The Canadian Press – The British Columbia government tabled legislation Thursday that’s designed to hold public bodies accountable for addressing systemic racism in policy and programs, the province’s attorney general said. Niki Sharma said the proposed law would cover provincial ministries, agencies, health-care and social service providers, and require the development...
April 11, 2024
Manitoba premier wants daily legislative prayer to be more inclusive
Wab Kinew tells faith leaders he questions whether prayer ‘is representative and inclusive of all of us’ CBC News: Manitoba’s premier wants to change the prayer that’s recited in the legislature to make it more inclusive of people who practise faiths other than Christianity, and those who hold no faith at all. Wab Kinew told a breakfast gathering of...
April 9, 2024
Metis organization first recipient of Edmonton Indigenous-led affordable housing grant
April 9, 2024 NationTalk: Journal of Commerce, DCN-JOC News Services, EDMONTON – A Metis organization will be the first organization to receive an Indigenous-led affordable housing grant for a seniors housing development in northeast Edmonton. Metis Capital Housing Corporation will receive $2.29 million for a seniors’ lodge in Edmonton’s Montrose neighbourhood featuring 36 affordable suites,...
April 5, 2024
Portage Place to be Redeveloped to bring More Health Care, Housing Downtown
NationTalk: The Manitoba government is announcing its intention to move forward with True North Real Estate Development (TNRED) in the creation of the Health-Care Centre of Excellence as part of the redevelopment of Portage Place. The province and TNRED have signed a letter of intent regarding a 35-year lease agreement for the Health-Care Centre of...
April 4, 2024
Inspiring Hope Together: Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention Announces National Suicide Prevention Conference in Vancouver, BC
NationTalk: VANCOUVER, British Columbia — The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) is thrilled to announce the “Inspiring Hope Together” National Suicide Prevention Conference, scheduled to take place from May 29 to May 31, 2024, at the prestigious Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in Vancouver, BC. This significant event brings together a diverse range of stakeholders, including...
April 4, 2024
Manitoba Government Invests $30 Million to Create New Social and Affordable Housing
NationTalk: Budget 2024 will take the first steps in ending chronic homelessness with a $30-million investment to build, renovate and acquire new social housing units in partnership with non-profit community housing providers, Premier Wab Kinew and Housing, Addictions and Homelessness Minister Bernadette Smith announced today. “To end chronic homelessness in eight years, we have to...
April 3, 2024
Manitoba budget focuses on healthcare, poverty reduction and supporting rural communities
APTN News: Manitoba’s promise to improve the province’s health care system by hiring more workers, rebuilding emergency rooms, and adding to intensive care beds is, for the most part, being received well by First Nations leaders. “This year we are hiring 1,000 health care workers, 100 doctors, 210 nurses, 90 paramedics and 600 healthcare aides,”...
April 1, 2024
A National School Food Program to set kids up for success
NationTalk: Every generation deserves a fair, healthy future – from kids, to parents, to grandparents. It’s why we’re supporting families, one of the many things that we are doing in Budget 2024 to build an economy that helps every generation get ahead. Children deserve to have the best start in life. But today, nearly one in...
March 31, 2024
City of Toronto
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 31, 2024
City of Ottawa
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 26, 2024
Canada-Manitoba Partnership will Provide Rent Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
NationTalk: Today, the federal government and Manitoba governments announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit (CHB) to provide housing supports for survivors of gender-based violence. The federal government is investing $13.7 million to create housing options that will be cost-matched by the Manitoba government for a combined total of $27.5 million in funding over...
March 12, 2024
Government of Canada supports Indigenous climate action with new funding stream under the Indigenous Leadership Fund
NationTalk: Environment and Climate Change Canada – Indigenous partners are making significant contributions to lowering Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions and producing green energy through Indigenous-owned and Indigenous-led renewable energy projects. Supporting Indigenous climate leadership is key to helping Canada meet its 2030 emissions reduction target and net-zero emissions by 2050. Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault,...
March 8, 2024
City of Calgary
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 8, 2024
City of Victoria
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 8, 2024
City of Winnipeg
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 7, 2024
City of Edmonton
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 7, 2024
City of Regina
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 7, 2024
City of Saskatoon
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 7, 2024
City of Thunder Bay
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 7, 2024
City of Vancouver
Municipal Calls to Action The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Final Report calls on municipalities to deliver specific outcomes for the following 5 Calls to Action: Call to Action Description Specific Outcome C2A # 43 UN Declaration (UNDRIP) Fully adopt and implement UNDRIP as the framework for reconciliation. C2A # 47 Royal Proclamation and Covenant Repudiate...
March 6, 2024
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation and Canada move forward on reconciliation as Treaty Partners
Taking care: We recognize this news release may contain information that is difficult for many and that our efforts to honour Survivors and families may act as an unwelcome reminder for those who have suffered hardships through generations of government policies that were harmful to Indigenous Peoples A national residential school crisis line offers emotional...
February 23, 2024
More supports coming for people experiencing homelessness in Victoria
NationTalk: VICTORIA – A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been formalized between the Province and the City of Victoria to co-ordinate rapid supports for people experiencing homelessness in the community. “People experiencing homelessness in Victoria will have better access to a range of services through this agreement between the Province and the City of Victoria,”...
February 22, 2024
Indigenous Green Economy Initiative
NationTalk: The Indigenous Green Energy Participation Grant Program is an economic participation instrument that supports Indigenous communities, suppliers, and businesses to take part in the green economy and have impactful and transformational effects on the transition towards sustainable green economies. This inaugural grant program will launch at the National Indigenous Green Technology Conference in February...
February 21, 2024
Local group asks for new seat on Hamilton council to represent Indigenous community
The Indigenous-specific council seat dovetails with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action, says Lyndon George NationTalk: The Hamilton Spectator – A local Indigenous consultation group is asking Hamilton city officials to pursue a new council seat to represent their community members. Turning the request into reality would require changes to provincial legislation, but...
February 19, 2024
Louis Riel portrait updated to recognize Métis leader as first premier of Manitoba
Updated plaque for Louis Riel portrait unveiled WINNIPEG – A portrait of Louis Riel hanging in the provincial legislature now recognizes the Métis leader as Manitoba’s first premier. The Toronto Star: The Canadian Press – WINNIPEG – A portrait of Louis Riel hanging in the provincial legislature now recognizes the Métis leader as Manitoba’s first...
February 16, 2024
Manitoba chooses safe drinking water over sand extraction project
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew speaks at an event in Winnipeg, on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024. The Manitoba government has nixed a contentious sand extraction project proposed by Sio Silica. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods Listen to article Canada’s National Observer: The Canadian Press – WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government has nixed a contentious sand extraction project that...
February 6, 2024
Métis National Council Commends Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee’s Adoption of Bill C-53
NationTalk: Yesterday, the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee (INAN) confirmed adoption of Bill C-53, the Recognition of Certain Métis Governments in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan and Métis Self-Government Act. The Métis National Council supports this decision and looks forward to swift passage of the bill in the House of Commons. As part of the INAN...
February 6, 2024
Celebrating Louis Riel
New bill recognizing Riel sets the stage for annual Louis Riel Day celebration NationTalk: UM Today News– This year’s Louis Riel Day marks the first celebration since the introduction of a bill to recognize Riel as Manitoba’s honorary first premier. UM Today spoke with three members of the Métis community at the University of Manitoba about the significance...
February 6, 2024
Métis Nations, federal ministers sit for a bilateral mechanism meeting to hash out relationship, priorities
“The co-development principles are so incredibly important because it creates an understanding of how we want the relationship between Canada and the Métis Nation to look.” —Métis National Council President Cassidy Caron Métis National Council President Cassidy Caron and Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree. Updated Feb. 6 with clarification on the co-development principles. Windspeaker.com: Legislation...
February 1, 2024
Métis Nation Leaders and Cabinet Ministers agree to co-development principles and advance shared priorities to make life better for Métis
NationTalk: Ottawa: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada – Leadership from across the Métis Nation met with federal Cabinet Ministers on January 31 in Ottawa to drive progress on shared priorities, including economic development, education, health, justice, and policing. These are priority areas under the Canada-Métis Nation Accord, which was signed in 2017, and has...
February 1, 2024
Chair of Ministerial Working Group on Regulatory Efficiency for Clean Growth Projects issues statement
NationTalk: Privy Council Office, Ottawa, Ontario – Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour and Seniors, and Chair of the Ministerial Working Group on Regulatory Efficiency for Clean Growth Projects, issued the following statement: “An efficient and effective review process for clean energy, critical minerals, transportation and other major projects is essential. It keeps...
January 31, 2024
Thunder Bay Launches Groundbreaking Indigenous Economic Impact Study
By NNL Digital News Update A Collaborative Effort for Inclusive Economic Development NationTalk:: NNL Digital News Update – THUNDER BAY – BUSINESS – An initiative for assessing the economic contributions of Indigenous communities in Thunder Bay has been launched. The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) collaborates with Fort William First Nation, the Anishnawbe Business Professional...
January 29, 2024
Manitoba Government Expands Funding for Youth Mental Health
NationTalk: The Manitoba government is increasing funding to three successful programs that support youth across the province, Housing, Addictions and Homelessness Minister Bernadette Smith, minister responsible for mental health, announced today.“Young people need the support of their peers, schools, families and communities to thrive,” said Smith. “We are pleased to provide additional funding to community-based programs...
January 26, 2024
Canada boosts conservation and restoration efforts with investments in 27 new Indigenous-Led Natural Climate Solutions
NationTalk: Environment and Climate Change Canada, Gatineau, Quebec Indigenous peoples have been stewards of the land, water, and ice since time immemorial. Across the country, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis are braiding Indigenous Knowledge with modern science to offer solutions to climate change and biodiversity loss, while safeguarding the natural spaces we all depend on. Today,...
January 22, 2024
Government of Canada Launches Request for Proposals Process for an Indigenous-Led National Housing Centre
NationTalk: OTTAWA, ON – Advancing the Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing Strategy is a priority for the Government of Canada, and an important commitment on the path toward reconciliation. Today, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) launched a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) process, on behalf of the Government of Canada, to establish an...
January 19, 2024
Funding will improve cultural safety for Indigenous people during emergencies
NationTalk: VICTORIA – Communities across B.C. will receive funding to enhance cultural safety in local emergency management, helping ensure First Nations, Métis and Inuit people are treated with inclusivity and respect during emergencies. “We have heard that emergency management supports can be delivered in a more culturally safe and inclusive way. Supporting Indigenous people and...
January 18, 2024
Empowering and supporting communities
NationTalk: Alberta’s government has launched two new grant programs to support community-driven diversity, inclusivity and anti-racism initiatives. In December 2023, the government separated the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grant program into two new programs, an Ethnocultural Grant program and an Anti-Racism Grant program. The separation follows advice from the Alberta Anti-Racism Advisory Council and will better...
January 16, 2024
Wab Kinew and the rocky political road to becoming the first Anishinaabe premier of a province in Canada
APTN News: Right out of the gate, Wab Kinew was seen as a rising star and a potential future leader of the Manitoba NDP. But before even being elected, there were tough questions about his past. In 2016, Kinew, a former rapper and broadcaster, was running for the NDP in Winnipeg’s Fort Rouge riding. He...
January 15, 2024
Winnipeg 150 graphic showcases city’s journey to reconciliation, connection to earth
City of Winnipeg: This year, we’re marking an important milestone with a beautiful piece of art. We’re unveiling a new graphic for Winnipeg’s 150th anniversary which represents our city as we know it, while acknowledging the importance of our Indigenous roots. In anticipation of Winnipeg 150, we worked with a local artist, Jordan Stranger of Totem...
January 12, 2024
Helping housing providers fight inflation
NationTalk: Alberta’s government is providing housing providers with a one-time $10-million increase in operating funding to help them continue to house low-income Albertans during high inflation. As Alberta’s housing providers face higher expenses due to inflation, the government is taking immediate action to support them and help keep units open. The additional funding to 87...
January 6, 2024
Statement by Minister Anandasangaree, Minister Vandal and Minister Hajdu on the Eighth Anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report
Originally posted on Dec. 18, 2023 Statement NationTalk: Ottawa, Ontario, Unceded Algonquin Traditional Territory – December 15, 2023 – Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement to...
December 15, 2023
Indigenous organizations can apply to lead new national housing centre in new year
Request for proposals expected in January CBC Indigenous: The federal government will be choosing an Indigenous-led organization to lead a National Indigenous Housing Centre in the new year and some housing advocates are cautiously optimistic about the new plan. On Wednesday, the government announced it will put out a request for proposals (RFP) in January...
December 14, 2023
Yukon’s new chief justice on Indigenous representation and reconciliation in the justice system
Leonard Marchand, named chief justice of Court of Appeal, is Syilx and a member of the Okanagan Indian Band CBC Indigenous: The Yukon Court of Appeal has a new chief justice. Leonard Marchand, who is Syilx and a member of the Okanagan Indian Band, was appointed to the role last week. Marchand was also appointed...
December 13, 2023
New affordable rental homes open for Indigenous people in Sooke
NationTalk: SOOKE – Indigenous families, elders and people in Sooke now have access to 75 below-market homes, with the opening of a new purpose-built rental building at 2170 Charters Rd. “With this opening, we’re providing peace of mind and hope for families and people who need a little extra help to make ends meet,” said...
December 12, 2023
New study benchmarks Indigenous economic contributions and informs action toward Economic Reconciliation in Calgary and Treaty 7 region
NationTalk: Indigenous economic contributions measured for first time Jointly commissioned by Calgary Economic Development and the City of Calgary, and executed by MNP, the Indigenous Economic Contribution Study reports that the Indigenous economy generated a total GDP of $1.5 billion in 2021, approximately 1.2 per cent of Calgary’s total GDP. Of this, First Nations governments contributed $540...
December 11, 2023
Human Rights Day: Saskatchewan Named Co-Chair of Federal-Provincial-Territorial Human Rights Conference
2025 Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting Will Take Place in Saskatchewan NationTalk: Saskatchewan will co-chair the Continuing Committee of Officials on Human Rights (CCOHR) and Senior Officials Committee Responsible for Human Rights (SOCHR) conference in 2025. “I was honoured that Saskatchewan was selected by a majority of fellow provincial-territorial colleagues to co-chair this important conference with the federal...
December 7, 2023
New Premier elected in the Northwest Territories
Hay River’s RJ Simpson will be the new Northwest Territories premier APTN News: It is a big day in politics North of 60. Newly elected members of the Northwest Territories legislature have chosen their next premier. R.J. Simpson, who is Métis, is the legislature member for Hay River North, won on the second round of...
December 7, 2023
Revised First Nation and Métis Consultation Policy Framework Effective January 1, 2024
NationTalk: Starting January 1, 2024, the Government of Saskatchewan’s revised First Nation and Métis Consultation Policy Framework (CPF) will come into effect. “The changes made to the CPF were built on the key themes we heard during our engagement process in the fall and winter of 2022,”Government Relations Minister and Minister Responsible for First Nations,...
December 7, 2023
FNLC Supports BC’s Release of Distinctions-Based Approach Primer and Clarification of BC’s Position on Métis Rights
FNLC Supports BC’s Release of Distinctions-Based Approach Primer and Clarification of BC’s Position on Métis Rights First Peoples Law Report: (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C.) The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) supports the Province of British Columbia’s (BC) release of its long-overdue Distinctions-Based Approach Primer (Primer) and applauds BC for clarifying its position on Métis...
November 30, 2023
Canada’s new 988 suicide-prevention helpline starts today. Here’s what you need to know
Three-digit number is enlisted in battle against second most common cause of death among young people. The Toronto Star: Three years in the making, Canada’s new three-digit phone number for suicide prevention launches Thursday. Starting at 9 a.m. EST, if someone is thinking about suicide or is worried that someone else is thinking about suicide,...
November 29, 2023
County developing Indigenous Relations Strategy
Corrected from an earlier version. NationTalk: Everything Grande Prairie – The County of Grande Prairie is developing an Indigenous Relations Strategy. County council has directed administration to meet with neighbouring municipalities on this idea. The strategy would determine current and future interactions with Indigenous communities, evaluate the need for an Indigenous Relations Coordinator, and review...
November 24, 2023
New federal water legislation aims to do better on Indigenous rights
APTN News: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is promising a new version of the Canada Water Act – and one of the improvements, he says, will be in the area of Indigenous rights. What that might mean for Indigenous people and communities is the focus of APTN Investigates: Liquid Law. Earlier this year at the fork of the...
November 23, 2023
Louis Riel is about to be declared the first premier of Manitoba
Current Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew sets in motion a law to right a 153-year-old wrong. The newly elected NDP government of Wab Kinew introduced the Louis Riel Act, a bill that will see the Métis leader given the title of the Honourary First Premier of Manitoba. “It fills me with a great sense of humility to...
November 22, 2023
Renovating and repairing affordable housing units
NationTalk: Alberta’s government is investing $16 million to upgrade 400 affordable housing units so more Albertans have access to safe homes. The province is committed to ensuring Albertans have access to the housing they need. Budget 2023 included $94 million over three years for capital maintenance and renewal funding and this investment is in addition...
November 20, 2023
Second meeting between leaders of national Indigenous organizations and federal, provincial and territorial ministers of Indigenous Affairs concludes in Ottawa
First Peoples Law Report: OTTAWA, UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TERRITORY, ON – On November 15th and 16th, 2023, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, federal Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Arlene Dunn, Minister of Indigenous Affairs for New Brunswick, together, in Ottawa, convened the second meeting between leaders of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) and the Métis...
November 18, 2023
Indigenous leaders hopeful as Manitoba Premier Kinew takes on reconciliation portfolio
‘It’s very uplifting to be able to hear a premier actually appoint himself to this position’: AMC grand chief CBC Indigenous: The Canadian Press – When Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew took the unconventional move of appointing himself the minister responsible for Indigenous reconciliation, he did so with the intent of strengthening the relationship between the...
November 17, 2023
Hamilton council hoped for ‘fresh start’ with Indigenous community. Leaders reflect on gains, 1 year later
“My hope is we do continue on this good road,’ says HRIC’s Audrey Davis of relationship with council This week, CBC Hamilton is looking back at this council’s first year. This is Part 2 of a three-part series. Read Part 1 here. CBC Indigenous: On a frosty December day in 2022, weeks after Hamilton’s city council was inaugurated, local...
November 17, 2023
Statement from Premier Pillai and Minister McPhee on downtown Whitehorse community safety
Premier Ranj Pillai and Health and Social Services Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee issued the following statement: NationTalk: “On behalf of the Government of Yukon, we want to express our ongoing commitment to fostering safe and thriving communities across the territory. “Downtown Whitehorse is home to incredible businesses, a strong residential community, and significant and essential supports...
November 16, 2023
Leaders honour legacy of Louis Riel on 138th anniversary of his death
Riel commemorated at gravesite in St. Boniface ceremony marking Métis leaders’ impact CBC Indigenous: Federal, provincial, municipal and Métis leaders honoured Louis Riel at a ceremony at his gravesite in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood on Thursday, the 138th anniversary of his death. Riel, 41, was executed by hanging in a public gallows on Nov. 16, 1885, at...
November 16, 2023
Statement by the Prime Minister on Louis Riel Day
NationTalk: Ottawa – The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Louis Riel Day: “Today, people across Canada come together to honour and celebrate the legacy of Louis Riel, the great Métis leader and founder of Manitoba. “Louis Riel’s contributions to our country cannot be overstated. His passionate advocacy for the Métis...
November 14, 2023
Celebrate Métis culture and history: Minister Wilson
Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement to recognize Métis Week, Nov. 12-18: NationTalk: “Métis Week is a time to celebrate and learn about the distinct history, culture, traditions and contributions of Métis people in Alberta. The proud legacy of the Métis is an important thread in our province’s history. Long before...
November 14, 2023
Government of Canada launches the Indigenous Leadership Fund to support First Nations, Inuit, and Métis climate action
From: Environment and Climate Change Canada NationTalk: Environment and Climate Change Canada – Indigenous partners, the original stewards of land, water, and ice, are producing green energy and making significant contributions to lowering Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions through Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy projects. Supporting Indigenous climate leadership is key to helping Canada meet its 2030...
October 31, 2023
$300K safety pilot program based on Bear Clan Patrol coming to downtown Whitehorse
The Whitehorse Emergency Shelter on Alexander street. (File) Photo: Sara Connors/APTN News APTN News: Yukon government is investing around $300,000 into a new mobile safety pilot project for Whitehorse’s downtown core. The pilot, which will be operated by the Council of Yukon First Nations (CYFN), aims to address downtown safety concerns after a popular bakery announced...
October 31, 2023
NDP government allows Manitoba Hydro to deal directly with Indigenous nations again
Premier Wab Kinew’s cabinet rescinds PC restriction on Crown corporation’s negotiations CBC Indigenous: Manitoba’s NDP government is once again allowing Manitoba Hydro to deal directly with Indigenous nations. Premier Wab Kinew said Tuesday his cabinet has rescinded a Progressive Conservative order that prevented the Crown corporation from engaging in talks with First Nations, Métis and...
October 26, 2023
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew Releases First Set of Ministerial Mandate Letters
NationTalk: Today, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew released four mandate letters that were provided to newly sworn-in members of the executive council, outlining the immediate priorities and key commitments of their ministries. “Manitobans have entrusted us to begin the work of fixing health care,” said Kinew. “A challenge this significant must be shared across several departments....
October 18, 2023
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and New Government Sworn In
NationTalk: New Cabinet Commits to Building a Shared Future for All Manitobans TREATY 1 AND DAKOTA TERRITORY, HOMELAND OF THE RED RIVER MÉTIS, WINNIPEG—In a colourful and tradition-filled ceremony honouring the seven Indigenous nations in Manitoba, Premier Wab Kinew was sworn in today as premier of Manitoba, alongside the 14 other members of his cabinet....
October 15, 2023
Louis Riel to receive honorary title as Manitoba’s 1st premier, Wab Kinew promises
Move ‘sets the foundation for the healing to start’ for Métis nation, says MMF president CBC Indigenous: Métis leader Louis Riel will be formally recognized as Manitoba’s honorary first premier in one of the incoming provincial government’s initial acts in office, Premier-designate Wab Kinew announced on Saturday. “This fall, when our team returns to the Manitoba legislature, one...
October 13, 2023
Major Milestone Reached in Indigenous-Led Initiative to Sustain Lands and Support Community Economic Development Across the NWT
NationTalk: Yellowknife: In a collaboration unprecedented in scale and breadth, representatives from Indigenous Governments, the Government of Canada, the Government of the Northwest Territories, and private philanthropies announced a visionary framework agreement today. The agreement outlines the terms and expected outcomes of a major new initiative that will fund the protection of lands, support thriving...
October 5, 2023
What Wab Kinew’s victory in Manitoba means for the rest of Canada: ‘One party united the vote and the other party divided’
The tasks facing Manitoba’s next premier will test a politician who ran a campaign deliberately targeting all voters as he navigates fraught and looming issues in his province. Toronto Star: Manitoba NDP leader Wab Kinew delivers his victory speech and wishes his mother, Kathi Avery Kinew, a happy birthday, after winning the Manitoba Provincial election...
September 30, 2023
Indigenizing Our Cities
Truth and reconciliation requires Indigenous knowledge shaping how urban settings should look, feel and remind. The Tyee: For our third National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, I am struck by how much change has occurred for Indigenous Peoples in Vancouver and B.C. I work primarily in the field of urbanism — advocating for Indigenous knowledge...
September 15, 2023
Métis Nation of Ontario commemorates 20th anniversary of landmark Powley Decision
NationTalk: OTTAWA, ON – September 19, 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark Powley Decision, a pivotal moment in Canadian legal history for the Métis Nation. In 2003, the unanimous Supreme Court ruling in R v. Powley cemented a watershed victory for Métis rights recognition. In honour of this historic milestone, the Métis Nation of...
September 14, 2023
B.C. strengthens food supply for people in rural communities
NationTalk: VICTORIA – A new fund will help improve the availability and affordability of food in B.C.’s remote, rural and Indigenous communities by strengthening the food supply chain and streamlining logistics, storage and transportation options. “British Columbians rely on strong, local food systems and it is imperative that we look at ways to help strengthen our...
September 13, 2023
Government of Canada honours Indigenous soldiers in the Netherlands
NationTalk: Veterans Affairs Canada – The full story of Canada’s long military history includes many contributions from First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. They sacrificed so much to safeguard our peace and freedom—we owe it to them to ensure they get the recognition they deserve. Earlier this year, a group of Canadian, Indigenous and Dutch...
September 6, 2023
Deb Haaland, first Indigenous member of U.S. cabinet, meets counterparts in Ottawa
Haaland on Jan. 20 at the Capitol building in Washington ahead of Joe Biden’s inauguration. Photo: Twitter APTN News: The Canadian Press – The first-ever Indigenous member of the U.S. cabinet is in Canada to talk about how best to help First Nations, Inuit and Métis Inuit communities across the continent. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, a...
September 5, 2023
Robinson Huron Waawiidamaagewin gathering full of teachings, activities
Robinson Huron Treaty Chiefs gathered in Sudbury, Ont., with federal and provincial governments on June 17. – Photo by Marci Becking NationTalk: AnishinabekNews.ca:G ARDEN RIVER — A Treaty Renewal Ceremony is being held on Sept. 9 at the GFL Memorial Gardens in Sault Ste. Marie as part of the Robinson Huron Treaty 1850 Gathering. Held...
September 1, 2023
Creating more shelter space in Edmonton
Alberta’s government is accepting applications from operators able to offer additional shelter spaces. NationTalk: As the winter season approaches, the government is taking action to increase shelter spaces. Service providers and homeless-serving agencies interested in opening and operating up to 200 additional 24-7 emergency shelter spaces outside of Edmonton’s downtown core can submit applications now....
August 23, 2023
City collaboratively launches its first Indigenous Health Strategy
NationTalk: HAMILTON, ON – Last week, City Council approved its first Indigenous Health Strategy, which aims to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals in Hamilton and reduce health disparities. Recognizing the historical and ongoing impact of colonialism on Indigenous health, Hamilton Public Health Services (HPHS) has engaged in a comprehensive and collaborative process...
August 17, 2023
Ontario Launches New Program to Protect Caribou
Program to fund habitat protection and research projects supporting caribou conservation Environment, Conservation and Parks Table of Contents NationTalk: TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing up to $20 million in a new Caribou Conservation Stewardship Program to support projects that maintain and recover caribou populations in the province. The funding will be available to...
August 17, 2023
New conservation funding helps Labrador Inuit ‘keep their bond with the land’
A humpback whale tail and iceberg in Labrador. Image via Wikimedia Commons/Natalie Lucier (CC BY 2.0) Listen to article NationTalk: Inuit-led conservation received a boost on Wednesday, with the federal government announcing about $3 million in funding for programs in Nunatsiavut, an area along the coast of Labrador with an Inuit regional government, part of which...
August 4, 2023
Manitoba Métis, Hydro reaffirm partnership with new 50-year, $120M deal
Revitalization Agreement signed years after province cancelled two arrangements between parties CBC News: A new multimillion-dollar agreement spanning half a century has been reached between the Manitoba Métis Federation and Manitoba Hydro. “It’s a really solid agreement,” MMF president David Chartrand told CBC on Thursday. “It’s years in the making, and it puts us in...
July 31, 2023
MNBC Announces New Guidelines for Housing Support Programs
NationTalk: Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) is pleased to announce new guidelines and eligibility criteria for: The Ministry of Housing and Homelessness has seen unprecedented demand for its Housing Support programs over the last year and has been able to connect with and support more than 800 individuals and families with its services. Near the end of 2022 the Ministry...
July 31, 2023
Mandate letter directs more cross-ministry collaboration for Indigenous Relations minister
Indigenous Relations Minister Rick Wilson Windspeaker.com: Indigenous Relations Minister Rick Wilson will be getting help from a newly appointed parliamentary secretary to meet the tasks on his agenda, including climate and health items, as outlined in his most recent mandate letter from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. “That’s going to help me out a lot to...
July 27, 2023
Sixty-eight organizations receive grants to help shape anti-racism legislation
NationTalk: VICTORIA – Racialized people can now share their perspectives in culturally safe spaces as 68 organizations across B.C. receive more than $300,000 to engage community members on the development of new anti-racism legislation. “Too many people in B.C. experience systemic racism every day,” said Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives. “Part of how we...
July 26, 2023
Statement on the release of the Senate Committee report on the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention
NationTalk: The Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology released a report on June 8, 2023, of recommendations regarding the Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention and its evaluation, entitled Doing What Works. Read the Senate report The Senate report calls on the Government of Canada to update the Framework and prioritize, among other...
July 25, 2023
New Indigenous women’s housing program works to fill ‘gigantic need’ in Edmonton
Affordable rent and long list of services aim to prevent homelessness A new housing initiative in Edmonton is working to address homelessness among Indigenous women even as the need for housing threatens to overwhelm service providers. Iskwewak Iskotew Nihkotawan (Women’s Fire Lodge) will house 20 Indigenous women at risk of homelessness for stays up to 18...
July 21, 2023
Manitoba Government Commits Additional $1.5 Million for Safe Drinking Water in Northern Affairs Communities
NationTalk: The Manitoba government continues to take concrete action to improve the safety of drinking water in Northern Affairs communities, Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Minister Eileen Clarke announced today. “Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental human right and a prerequisite for good personal and public health,” said Clarke. “Remote northern communities face...
July 20, 2023
Province launches Indigenous climate-resilience capacity-building pilot program
NationTalk: VICTORIA – The Province is helping First Nations communities strengthen their resilience to the adverse effects of climate change through the launch of an Indigenous climate-resilience capacity-building pilot program. The Province’s BC Climate Preparedness and Adaptation Strategy has provided $2 million to fund a one-year pilot program that will be delivered by two First...
July 17, 2023
Work to replace Indian Act is ongoing, feds say
Process being done in consultation with Indigenous people By Richard Hutton Niagara This Week – Welland NationTalk: Niagarathisweek.com: Calls for the Indian Act to be repealed and replaced are not new, but the big issue is how to go about it, a spokesperson for Indigenous Services Canada says. “There is no clear consensus on a way forward...
July 5, 2023
Métis settlements eligible for relief under Alberta’s new Disaster Recovery Program
WindSpeaker.com: Métis settlements have complex needs following the recent wildfires in Alberta, and the provincial government is “just trying to figure out how we can meet their needs and the complexities,” said Deputy Premier and Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis July 4. Ellis joined with Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver to announce a $175 million...
June 30, 2023
Nunavut one step closer to realizing land use plan
APTN News: A territory-wide land use plan for Nunavut, set to cover one-fifth of Canada’s land mass, is one step closer to becoming a reality. On June 20, the Nunavut Planning Commission, the organization responsible for the Nunavut Land Use Plan submitted its recommended plan to the federal and territorial governments, as well as Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated,...
June 28, 2023
Review Committee Established to Investigate Deaths in Custody
NationTalk: The Province has established a standing committee to investigate deaths of people in the custody of provincial correctional services. The Deaths-in-Custody Review Committee will examine the facts and circumstances leading up to a death and make recommendations to the Justice Minister to help prevent similar deaths in the future. It will examine two recent...
June 27, 2023
Plan, prepare, act: Government of Canada launches first National Adaptation Strategy
NationTalk: Environment and Climate Change Canada – Climate change is affecting the safety, health, and quality of life of people across Canada. Every year, the country faces increasing record-breaking climate events, including wildfires, extreme heatwaves, and floods, on top of slow onset climate impacts, such as thawing permafrost and rising sea levels. Working together to...
June 23, 2023
Housing NWT establishes permanent Indigenous housing forum
On June 9, Housing NWT held the inaugural meeting of the NWT Housing Forum in Yellowknife. CabinRadio: The group is designed to be a vehicle for Indigenous governments to weigh in on Housing NWT policies and programs, advocate for changes and improvements, collaborate with each other, and share their own housing-related plans. It replaces the...
June 22, 2023
An important step in upholding the human rights of Indigenous peoples in Canada
NationTalk: Department of Justice Canada – June 21, 2023: The implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UN Declaration Act) will build a better, more equitable future for both Canada and Indigenous peoples. Together with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, we are moving forward and honoring nation-to-nation, Inuit-Crown, and...
June 21, 2023
Proposed legislation would grant Métis self-governing status, power to negotiate with Ottawa
The Globe and Mail: The federal government has introduced legislation that would grant self-governing status to three provincial Métis groups, over objections from First Nations. Bill C-53, recognizes the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) and Métis Nation–Saskatchewan as governments representing Métis in their respective provinces. It would enshrine federal agreements...
June 19, 2023
Saskatchewan Participates in Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting on Human Rights
NationTalk: This week, Justice Minister and Attorney General Bronwyn Eyre is joining with the provincial and territorial ministers of Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and the Yukon, and federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, at the meeting of federal-provincial-territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Human Rights in Halifax, Nova Scotia, co-hosted by...
June 17, 2023
‘Canada has a lot of unpaid bills’: $10B settlement reached in landmark First Nation treaty case
Community consultations, government approvals needed to finalize annuities deal CBC News: It took more than a decade of litigation, but 21 Anishinaabe communities along the north shore of Lake Huron in Ontario will finally access a fair share of the wealth generated on their lands over the past 173 years. The Robinson-Huron Treaty signed in...
June 13, 2023
National Indigenous History Month: Minister Wilson
NationTalk: Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement on National Indigenous History Month: “National Indigenous History Month is an important time of year to learn about the historic contributions and achievements of Indigenous Peoples in Alberta. The Alberta government continues to recognize their strength and resilience. “Indigenous Peoples in Alberta have historically...
June 12, 2023
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Ontario
NationTalk: Department of Justice Canada – The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the...
June 9, 2023
New urban, rural and Northern Indigenous housing organization gets $287.1M for urgent projects
CEO says it’s an important step to bridging the funding gap for those living off-reserve CBC News: Those facing housing challenges — including homelessness — and those looking for ways to address housing challenges got a bit of a boost earlier this week. The federal government announced $287.1 million in funding on Thursday for the National Indigenous...
June 9, 2023
First Unitarian Ottawa and Partners Unveil Plans for ‘Odayanhaway’: A Little Village of Sustainable and Affordable Housing
NationTalk: Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services, OTTAWA – The First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa (FirstU) and its partners Cahdco, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS), and Theia Partners are thrilled to announce their upcoming housing development project located on Cleary Avenue, unofficially titled “Odayanhaway”, a word in Ojibwe meaning “Little Village”. The master plan of the project...
June 8, 2023
Funding for urgent, unmet Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas to be distributed through the National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated
NationTalk: Indigenous Services Canada – There is an urgent, unmet need for adequate and affordable housing for Indigenous People in urban, rural and northern areas and immediate action must be taken to address these housing gaps. This is why today, Jeff Loucks, Chief Executive Officer, as well as Gary Wilson, Vice Chair, and Robert Byers,...
June 4, 2023
About 4,000 Manitoba Métis Federation citizens vote yes on modern treaty with the Crown
Treaty is 153 years in the making, shows the persistence of the Métis: MMF president CBC News: An estimated 4,000 people voted unanimously in favour of a treaty between the Manitoba Métis Federation and the Crown at an assembly on Saturday. Voting took place at an assembly at Assiniboia Downs, online and from eight satellite locations,...
June 1, 2023
Métis leaders want introduction, passage of self government legislation this spring
APTN News: Canadian Press – Metis leaders urged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government on Thursday to speed up its plans to introduce and pass self-government legislation before Parliament breaks for summer. The leaders met in Ottawa as part of a summit between the Metis National Council and several government ministers. The council is comprised of...
May 29, 2023
Canada Supports Rapid Housing Projects in Northern Manitoba
NationTalk:Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, alongside Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South announced an investment of $13.3 million through the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) Project Stream that will fund 78 new homes for Indigenous people across Manitoba....
May 26, 2023
Manitoba Government Announces New Civilian Director of Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba
NationTalk: The Manitoba government is announcing the appointment of Roxanne Gagné to the role of civilian director of the Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) effective July 1, Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today. “A civilian-led investigation unit is a cornerstone of the Police Services Act and the IIU plays an important part in reinforcing the confidence...
May 23, 2023
Political party platforms show various degrees of commitment to Indigenous peoples in Alberta
WindSpeaker: The race to form Alberta’s next provincial government is contentious and neck-and-neck between the incumbent United Conservative Party (UCP) and the New Democratic Party (NDP). As the days to next Monday’s election count down, there is one thing the two party leaders agree on— the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC). During the May 18...
May 17, 2023
Northern Development Ministers’ Forum Focuses on Economic Reconciliation through Action
NationTalk: CHURCHILL, MAN.—Ministers representing Canada’s northern jurisdictions gathered this week in Churchill, Man. for the 2023 Northern Development Ministers’ Forum (NDMF). Manitoba Natural Resources and Northern Development Minister Greg Nesbitt hosted this year’s forum, which focused on learning from successful examples of economic reconciliation through action across the country. “Manitoba was honoured to welcome our...
May 12, 2023
Support services strengthened in B.C.’s northern communities
NationTalk: DAWSON CREEK – People in northern communities experiencing rapid economic growth will benefit from strengthened supports that harness community and culture, improve health and safety and increase local service capacity. “Local governments, First Nations and non-profit organizations provide critical services that people rely on, and we need to ensure they have the capacity to...
May 11, 2023
Manitoba Government Invests $1.3 Million in Northern Healthy Foods Initiative
NationTalk: The Manitoba government is investing $1.3 million toward the Northern Healthy Foods Initiative to support northern food security projects that contribute to the development of culturally relevant, healthy food systems, Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Minister Eileen Clarke announced today. “The Northern Healthy Foods Initiative empowers communities to develop food security programs that address...
May 8, 2023
Suicide Prevention Plan Marks Three-Year Anniversary With Progress Update
NationTalk: The Government of Saskatchewan is providing an update on suicide prevention initiatives as part of the three-year anniversary of Pillars for Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan. Released May 8, 2020, Pillars for Life serves as a guide to coordinate activities to promote life and reduce risk factors related to suicide. “The tragic loss...
May 7, 2023
Trudeau says Charles is ‘deeply aligned’ with Canadian priorities on environment, reconciliation
Canadian envoy in London says ‘serious discussion’ underway about potential royal visit CBC News: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he think Canada’s new head of state is aligned with the priorities of many Canadians on issues like the environment and reconciliation with Indigenous people. Trudeau and a group of other Canadians — including Gov. Gen. Mary...
May 4, 2023
National Indigenous leaders hope to renew relationship with Crown after meeting King Charles
Meeting was arranged by Canada’s first Indigenous governor general ahead of Charles III’s coronation CBC News: National Indigenous leaders say their historic meeting with King Charles on Thursday, two days before his coronation, marks the beginning of a new chapter in the relationship between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples. This was the first time a...
April 27, 2023
What Are Comprehensive Claims?
Comprehensive claims are claims by Indigenous Peoples for their own land accepted for negotiation by the federal government. First People’s Law Report: Indigenous Rights in One MinuteThe federal government introduced its comprehensive land claims policy following the Supreme Court’s 1973 Calder decision. Up until then the federal government had denied the existence of Indigenous land rights. Canada’s land...
April 27, 2023
Canada supports rapid housing projects for First Nations in Northwest Alberta
NationTalk: Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, alongside the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance announced an investment of $25.3 million through the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) under the National Housing Strategy to support affordable homes in Northwest Alberta. These projects are providing safe and...
April 20, 2023
Funding helps 60 organizations build anti-racist communities
NationTalk: VICTORIA – More people will have better access to the tools and resources needed to address racism and build more inclusive communities, as 60 organizations receive support through the B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grants program. “Discrimination and racism are real, and too many people in this province continue to be victimized by hate,” said...
April 19, 2023
$92.4 Million for First Nation and Métis Communities through Gaming Payments
NationTalk: The 2023-24 provincial budget sees a continued investment in First Nation and Métis communities across Saskatchewan. This budget sets out targeted investments to support First Nation and Métis services and initiatives, including a record-setting $92.4 million in gaming payments, thanks to the estimated casino profits, as well as the estimated new online gaming profits,...
April 19, 2023
Canada’s delegation to UNPFII forging a new path forward on Indigenous climate leadership
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada: Indigenous leaders from around the world came together today in New York City for the 22nd session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). Leadership gathered as part of an ongoing international dialogue on Indigenous rights and Indigenous Peoples’ contributions addressing the most pressing and urgent...
April 11, 2023
Taking the lead on new nation-building projects
NationTalk: Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba have signed an agreement to collaborate on joint economic corridor projects to boost trade and economic growth. The signing of a memorandum of understanding between the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba will foster the development of new economic corridors across the three provinces. This groundbreaking partnership aims to bolster...
April 9, 2023
Budget 2023: Advancing Reconciliation
Budget 2023 commits $4,096M to Indigenous Nations as follows: Budget Item (Millions) 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2027-28 2028-29 Total Self-Determination and prosperity for Indigenous People 0 111 22 21 10 10 $173 Investing in Indigenous Communities Indigenous Health Priorities $0 $534 $76 $76 $70 $70 $827M MMIWG National Action Plan $2 $21 $31 $28 $21...
April 4, 2023
Governor General wants leaders to meet King
Toronto Star: Gov. Gen. Mary Simon wants Indigenous leaders to meet with King Charles to reset their relationship with the Crown, the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations said Monday. Speaking to chiefs gathered in Ottawa, RoseAnne Archibald said she meets frequently with Simon, who is the first Indigenous person to hold the...
April 4, 2023
Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative shapes future of Nova Scotia forestry sector
NationTalk: Mi’kma’ki – A first-of-its kind partnership is bringing traditional and ancestral Mi’kmaw knowledge to the Nova Scotian forestry sector and providing opportunities and prosperity to Mi’kmaw communities through forestry. The Mi’kmaq Forestry Initiative (MFI) serves Mi’kmaw communities, supporting the development of sustainable economic opportunities for the Mi’kmaq and promoting community prosperity through the lens...
March 28, 2023
Nunavut flips stance on caribou protection again, now supports development ban on calving grounds
Position derived from community feedback at NPC hearings, premier says CBC News: The government of Nunavut has once again flipped its position on resource development on caribou calving grounds. In a submission to the Nunavut Planning Commission (NPC) on the 2021 draft Nunavut land use plan, the territorial government now supports a “prohibition of development within calving...
March 8, 2023
Métis National Council at crossroads as it marks 40-year anniversary
MNC was born to advocate for Métis federally following patriation of the Canadian Constitution CBC News: Forty years ago in Regina, on the eve of a high-stakes constitutional conference on Indigenous rights, the Métis decided to go it alone. Three Métis associations from Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, the largest in the country, decided to ditch...
March 1, 2023
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Marc Miller announces policy to address issues in implementation of modern treaties
The Globe and Mail: Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Marc Miller announced a new policy meant to address issues in the federal government’s implementation of the approximately two dozen treaties it has signed with Indigenous peoples since 1975, which are known as modern treaties. In remarks Tuesday at the Land Claims Agreement Coalition conference in Ottawa, Mr....
February 24, 2023
Canada and Métis Nation of Ontario sign updated Métis self-government agreement
NationTalk: Today, Canada and the Métis Nation of Ontario announced that the parties have signed a Métis Government Recognition and Self Government Implementation Agreement (the “Agreement”). This Agreement builds on a self-government agreement previously signed in 2019 and formal negotiations between the parties that began in 2017. Upon signing this Agreement, Canada officially recognizes that...
February 24, 2023
Kitikmeot tour a success for men’s suicide-prevention program
‘They were in full support of what we were doing,’ says organizer; Atii Angutiit has now gone to all regions of Nunavut NationTalk: Nunatsiaq News – In its tour through the Kitikmeot region, the men’s suicide prevention program called Atii Angutiit was so well received that communities are already asking for the group to come...
February 24, 2023
Crown Indigenous Relations signs self-government with three Métis Nations
President of the Métis Nation of Alberta and Minister Marc Miller sign agreement in Edmonton APTN News: Three Métis nations, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario signed self-governance deals with the federal government on Friday. These agreements officially recognize these nations’ right to self-governance. This is formal recognition from the federal government for Metis elections and citizenship...
February 23, 2023
New homes for First Nations and Metis communities in Alberta
NationTalk: Edmonton, Alberta – Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, Jeremy Nixon, Provincial Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, and Rick Wilson, Provincial Minister of Indigenous Relations announced a...
February 12, 2023
The chiefs go to Ottawa: 50th anniversary of “Together Today for our Children Tomorrow”
Fifty years ago, a group of Indigenous leaders from the Yukon arrived in Ottawa to meet the prime minister and make a bold proposal. The meeting would effectively set the country on a new course, by opening the era of modern land claims. CBC News: To Chief Elijah Smith, it was the construction of a...
February 9, 2023
KKETS Welcome $4.5M in Nutrition North Canada Investments to Support expansion of Harvesters Support Program in Five remote First Nations in the Matawa Region
NationTalk: THUNDER BAY, ON: Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment & Training Services (KKETS) welcomed $4.5 million in Nutrition North Canada investments announced today on behalf of The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor. The investments will allow for the expansion of the KKETS Harvesters Support Program which is aimed at increasing community members’...
February 6, 2023
Working Together to Prevent Suicide in Canada – the 2022 Federal Framework for Suicide Prevention Progress Report
Includes section on “Indigenous suicide prevention and life promotion” NationTalk: Public health Agency of Canada – Suicide is a serious public health issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. Every year, approximately 4,000 people die by suicide in Canada, with each loss leaving a profound impact on individuals, families and entire communities. As...
February 5, 2023
Marine Protected Area Network partners endorse plan to protect British Columbia’s North Coast
NationTalk: Fisheries and Oceans Canada: Vancouver, British Columbia – The blueprint for a vast network of marine protected areas (MPAs) across the northern third of Canada’s West Coast is being unveiled after more than a decade of work. Today, 15 First Nations, the Government of Canada, and the Government of British Columbia (B.C.) are jointly announcing...
February 3, 2023
Government of Canada advancing on goal of creating 10 new national marine conservation areas with new policy direction
NationTalk: Canada’s coastline is as long as six trips around the earth. Marine waters in Canada are vast, home to countless species and relied upon by thousands of coastal communities to work, live and play. With a target of protecting 30 percent of lands and waters by 2030, Canada must take bold action to ensure...
January 31, 2023
Ontario Announces New First Nations Partnership to Operate Mississagi Provincial Park
NationTalk: Innovative agreement will continue to support local economy and employment opportunities in Elliot Lake, and Mississauga and Serpent River First Nations Environment, Conservation and Parks Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Additional Resources Related Topics BLIND RIVER — The Ontario government has entered into an operating agreement with the newly formed Mississagi Park Foundation...
January 25, 2023
‘Rarest of the rare’: B.C’s newest conservancy protects globally imperilled rainforest
The move will permanently protect at-risk species and biodiversity — including rare lichens, grizzly bear and wolverine — in an area Premier David Eby describes as ‘one of B.C.’s greatest treasures’ The Narwhal: A globally endangered rainforest with cedar trees more than 1,000 years old will be permanently protected in a new conservancy in southeast...
January 10, 2023
A Policy for the Stewardship of Yukon’s Wetlands released
NationTalk: Today, Minister Nils Clark and Minister John Streicker announced the release of A Policy for the Stewardship of Yukon’s Wetlands, the territory’s first ever wetlands policy. Wetlands are important to the territory’s ecosystem and contribute to the wellbeing of Yukoners in a variety of ways, from hosting rich biodiversity to their cultural significance for...
January 4, 2023
Increased funding for Human Rights Tribunal will make justice more accessible
NationTalk: VICTORIA – People bringing forward human rights claims will have better access to justice through increased funding for the BC Human Rights Tribunal and the Community Legal Assistance Society. “Nobody should be forced to live with intolerance and bigotry – that’s why our government has prioritized supporting people and communities in fighting racism and...
December 21, 2022
Manitoba Government Launches EngageMB Survey to Inform New Water Action Plan
NationTalk: Manitobans Invited To Help Shape Water Strategy Action Plan: Wharton The Manitoba government is announcing the launch of online public engagement to seek input for the first water strategy action plan under the new water management strategy, Environment, Climate and Parks Minister Jeff Wharton announced today. “We’re inviting all Manitobans to provide feedback and...
December 16, 2022
Canada continues to support Indigenous groups across the country to advance self-determination and rebuild their nations
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada: As part of Canada’s work to renew relationships with Indigenous Peoples, the Government will support Indigenous groups working to rebuild their nations or Inuit communities—in a manner that responds to their unique needs and priorities. This was a key recommendation of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples and is...
December 15, 2022
Ontario Providing More Affordable Housing in Cambridge
Provincial investment will support Indigenous households Cambridge — The Ontario government is providing more than $1.8 million to help create 30 affordable housing units in Cambridge. Located at 27 Cambridge Street, the KW Urban Native Wigwam Project will have 23 one-bedroom and seven two-bedroom culturally appropriate affordable rental units with support services for vulnerable Indigenous...
December 15, 2022
Government of Yukon’s Office of the Auditor General’s Report Work Plan will enhance support for vulnerable Yukoners
NationTalk: The work plan to address the 2022 report by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada (OAG) on the state of housing for vulnerable Yukoners is now available to Yukoners. The report focused on emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing and social housing available in the territory between April 1, 2015, and November...
December 14, 2022
Leaders of the Métis National Council and Governing Members and Cabinet Ministers Meet and Reconfirm Commitment to the Canada-Métis Nation Accord
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada: — Ottawa, Ontario, Unceded Traditional Territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg Nation Leaders from the Métis National Council and Governing Members met with federal cabinet Ministers to advance work on implementing joint priorities as outlined in the Canada Métis-Nation Accord. Together, Métis Nation leaders and Ministers discussed shared priorities, including:...
December 13, 2022
Metis National Council & Canada Sign Memorandum of Understanding
NationTalk: Today, Senior Officials of the Métis National Council, its Governing Members and Patrick Boucher, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister for First Nations and Inuit Health within Indigenous Services Canada, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Métis health and wellness. The Memorandum of Understanding will set the stage for and guide the development of a Sub-Accord...
December 13, 2022
Access to Information review’s final report including “What we Heard report on Indigenous Consultations
Treasury Board of Canada: Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board, tabled the Government’s report on the Access to Information Review in Parliament: “Access to information (ATI) is essential for our democracy and must reflect all citizen’s expectations for accessible, timely and trustworthy information. Given the importance of this review, the Government...
December 9, 2022
Ontario Investing in Affordable Housing in Thunder Bay
Funding will support vulnerable populations experiencing homelessness NationTalk: THUNDER BAY — The Ontario government is investing nearly $1.7 million in two projects to help create 16 housing units in the Thunder Bay area. The funding is being delivered through the Social Services Relief Fund (SSRF) and will provide affordable housing for those identifying as First...
December 9, 2022
Minister Wilkinson Releases Canada’s $3.8-billion Critical Minerals Strategy to Seize Generational Opportunity for Clean, Inclusive Growth
Natural Resources Canada: Critical minerals are not just the building blocks of clean technology like solar panels and electric vehicle batteries – they are a key ingredient for creating middle class jobs and growing a strong, globally competitive Canadian economy. The move toward a global net-zero economy is generating a significant increase in demand for...
December 8, 2022
MNBC and LivingWorks Partner to Provide Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Training to Métis Communities in British Columbia
NationTalk: Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC), in partnership with LivingWorks, proudly announce the launch of Kaa-wiichihitoyaahk (We Take Care of Each Other): Comprehensive Métis Mental Wellness Community Capacity Building Implementation. Funded to the tune of $2.2 million by the Public Health Agency of Canada, this project will utilize evidence-based suicide prevention programming to promote mental...
November 18, 2022
David Eby sworn in as premier at Musqueam Community Centre as a sign of reconciliation
VICTORIA – Today, David Eby was sworn in as B.C.’s 37th premier while surrounded by family, friends, colleagues and community members from throughout British Columbia. In a ceremony held in the Musqueam Community Centre, Eby made a commitment to tackle the challenges people are facing, while making meaningful improvements in the lives of British Columbians....
November 16, 2022
Statement by the Prime Minister on Louis Riel Day
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Louis Riel Day: “Today, we join the Métis People and Canadians across the country to commemorate the life of Louis Riel. The great Métis leader and founder of Manitoba was a defender of Métis rights, protector of their land, and advocate for the distinct...
November 13, 2022
Working with Indigenous leaders to improve public safety
Reconciliation is a priority for Alberta’s government. The advisory committee was created after listening to and working with Indigenous Peoples in Alberta. As partners in reconciliation, Alberta’s government will continue having these conversations to find the best ways forward to a better future. The new committee will play a central role in providing advice and...
October 27, 2022
MPs back motion calling on government to recognize residential schools program as genocide
A motion from NDP MP Leah Gazan passed with unanimous consent CBC: Members of Parliament gave unanimous consent Thursday in favour of a motion calling on the federal government to recognize Canada’s residential schools as genocide. Leah Gazan, the NDP member of Parliament for Winnipeg Centre, introduced the motion following Question Period Thursday afternoon. Gazan brought forward a similar motion in...
October 25, 2022
Vancouver City Council Passes Historic UNDRIP Strategy
Today, October 25, 2022, Vancouver City Council passed the City of Vancouver’s United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Strategy, as recommended by a Task Force led by the Musqueam Indian Band, Squamish Nation, and Tsleil-Waututh Nation. The adoption of the UNDRIP Strategy is historic, positioning Vancouver as a national and global...
October 3, 2022
Home ownership key to Indigenous housing project
NationTalk: The governments of Alberta and Canada will help fund a new Indigenous affordable housing project that offers tenants the option of owning their homes. The Paul First Nation project involves the construction of 24 new affordable rental and rent-to-own units in Edmonton for Paul Band members. The Government of Alberta funding is provided through...
September 29, 2022
The Government of Canada invests in partnership with Indigenous Peoples in the next phase of the Oceans Protection Plan
Transport Canada:Indigenous Peoples and coastal communities have had traditional and cultural ties with Canada’s oceans and waterways for generations. The next phase of Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan will continue to build on opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and coastal communities to collaboratively protect, preserve, and restore our oceans and waterways. Today, the Minister of Transport, the...
September 28, 2022
Ministers Honour Joyce Echaquan and Re-Affirm Commitment to Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism in Canada’s Health Systems
Indigenous Services Canada: Ottawa, Ontario (September 28, 2022) – The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Marc Miller, and the Minister of Health, Jean-Yves Duclos, issued the following statement today: “Health care is a human right, and should be free of racism and discrimination. But the systemic discrimination and racism...
September 28, 2022
Alberta provincial court releases Indigenous Justice Strategy
The Indigenous Justice Strategy aims to ensure Alberta judges and staff have a clear understanding of Indigenous history, heritage and laws, as well as establishing Indigenous cultural practices in court. But as Morgan Black explains, some critics say it’s a band-aid solution to a systemic issue. Global News (Canadian Press): Alberta’s provincial court has announced...
September 22, 2022
Up to $40 million in Indigenous-led area-based conservation funding now available
Environment and Climate Change Canada: Indigenous Peoples in Canada have long been environmental stewards on land, ice, and water and are the original leaders in sustainable development and natural resource management. That is why the Government of Canada is committed to working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis to support Indigenous leadership in...
September 20, 2022
Indigenous conservation is key to protecting wilderness in Canada, report says
Globe and Mail: Indigenous-managed conservation areas are key to Canada’s pledge to designate nearly one third of its land and ocean waters for biodiversity protection by the end of this decade, according to a new report. The report from World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Canada stresses that protected areas should be “co-developed and implemented with Indigenous...
September 1, 2022
The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking feedback on the First Nation and Métis Consultation Policy Framework (CPF)
The CPF was released in 2010 and presents the Government of Saskatchewan’s policy on consultation with First Nation and Métis communities. It includes the roles and responsibilities of the Government of Saskatchewan, First Nation and Métis communities, proponents and other levels of government when there is a Duty to Consult. “The overarching goal of our...
August 26, 2022
Survivors’ Flag raising on Parliament Hill by residential school survivors, the National Centre of Truth and Reconciliation, and the Honourable Marc Miller
WINNIPEG — Residential school Survivors and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) will be joined by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations for the raising of the Survivors’ Flag on Parliament Hill. Once raised, the flag will fly for two years. Survivors, the NCTR and Minister Miller will make themselves available...
August 24, 2022
Canada and Aotearoa-New Zealand sign Indigenous Collaboration Arrangement
Indigenous Services Canada: Wellington, New Zealand – Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement on the Indigenous Collaboration Arrangement signed by Canada and Aotearoa-New Zealand: “Alongside an inspiring all-women Indigenous delegation, I am honoured to sign this Indigenous Collaboration Arrangement on behalf of the Government of Canada, which formalizes Canada...
August 13, 2022
Budget 2022 housing investments for Métis of the Northwest Territories
Crown–Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada: Access to safe and affordable housing is critical to improving health and social outcomes for Indigenous Peoples and to ensuring a strong future for their communities and children. Today, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, announced historic new investments of $34 million over seven years from Budget...
July 18, 2022
Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations signs relationship agreement with Alberta
NationTalk: Alberta’s government has signed an agreement with the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations to strengthen their relationship through partnership and a shared path forward. Premier Jason Kenney and Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson attended the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations Annual General Meeting on July 19 at the River Cree Resort...
July 8, 2022
British Columbia is investing $8.4 million to advance reconciliation in the community social services sector
“Non-profits promote connection and provide valuable community services across B.C., and they need to be available and accessible to all,” said Niki Sharma, Parliamentary Secretary for Community Development and Non-Profits. “Through this investment, we are increasing community social service providers’ capacity to offer culturally safe, inclusive, accessible social services to Indigenous people throughout British Columbia.”...
June 10, 2022
Alberta Government increasing access to suicide prevention supports
NationTalk: Alberta’s government is helping community organizations expand and develop new mental health and suicide prevention supports for youth. The Youth Suicide Prevention Grant Program is providing $3 million over the next two years to 13 youth-focused community programs. These organizations will use the grants to provide mental health support and services to priority youth...
June 2, 2022
Cities key to solve housing affordability challenges: big-city mayors
Big City Mayors’ Caucus Chair and Halifax Mayor Mike Savage issued the following statement on today’s meeting of the caucus. “The Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Big City Mayors’ Caucus meets today at the outset of FCM’s 2022 Annual Conference to discuss how cities can help lead a strong, inclusive and sustainable recovery. This pandemic has...
April 21, 2022
Directive on Litigation upholds Indigenous Rights
Directives on Civil Litigation involving Indigenous Peoples Ministry of BC Attorney-General: To better protect the rights of Indigenous Peoples and as a step toward implementation of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act), the Province, in collaboration with Indigenous Peoples, has developed a new approach to litigation. Regional Chief Terry Teegee,...
April 7, 2022
Budget 2022 invests $11B in Indigenous reconciliation initiatives
Budget 2022 proposes to invest $11 billion over six years to continue to support Indigenous children and families, and to help Indigenous communities continue to grow and shape the`ir futures through the following initiatives: Child Welfare: ($4,297M) $4.017B to support long-term reforms to improve implementation of Jordan’s principle $280M over 5 years to support implementation...
April 7, 2022
Budget 2022 Housing Budget
Access to safe and affordable housing is critical to improving health and social outcomes and to ensuring a better future for Indigenous communities and children. That is why the federal government has committed more than $2.7 billion to support housing in Indigenous communities since 2015. Building on these investments, Budget 2022 proposes to provide a...
March 11, 2022
A new reconciliation agreement between the Sts’ailes and British Columbia
STS’AILES XA’XA TEMEXW – A new reconciliation agreement between the Sts’ailes and British Columbia will support Sts’ailes’ social, cultural, economic and environmental goals, and increase prosperity for people in the lower Fraser Valley. Sts’ailes Chief Ralph Leon shared in the Halq’emeylem language, “Ey swayel mekw’wat. Ey swayel tl’ó wáyél. Letstemot iyém te tset tl’ó wáyél....
February 23, 2022
Other Indigenous Protected Areas
Three IPCAs have been established since 2018: Ts’udé Nilįné Tueyata, Edéhzhíe, and Thaidene Nëné in the Northwest Territories. The Indigenous Leadership Initiative served as partners in these projects. We also work with 23 of the 27 Nations whose proposals received support from the federal Nature Fund, a $175 million investment in creating new protected areas....
December 14, 2021
2021 Fall Economic Statement
Government of Canada: This fiscal update includes a provision to settle the cases on harm to First Nation children currently before the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal and to invest in transforming the services offered to First Nation children and their families. We have provisioned $20 billion for compensation and $20 billion to improve the system...
December 10, 2021
Second Annual (2021) Statutory Report
Release of “Second Annual (2021) Statutory Report Pursuant to Section 10 of the Department of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Act, Statutes of Canada, Chapter 29, 2019”. The report covers the period between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021 and emphasizes that the government’s path to reconciliation is guided by the: Report of the...
July 6, 2021
Manitoba Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Agreement
An agreement with Canada recognizing the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) as the existing democratically elected government of the Manitoba Métis. This agreement ensures that the MMF will continue to provide responsible and accountable self-government. The Agreement signed by Minister Carolyn Bennett and Manitoba Métis Federation President David Chartrand is Canada’s first Métis self- government agreement...
May 28, 2021
Métis Flag
Winnipeg’s City Council voted unanimously to fly the flags of three Indigenous Nations, including the national flag of Métis Nation, at City Hall. The flag, an infinity symbol on a field of blue, will join the civic, provincial and national flags at City Hall, facing Main Street. Flying the Nation’s flag also acknowledges the critical...
May 3, 2021
Indigenous Human Rights Strategy
The Alberta Human Rights Commission is seeking feedback on its new draft Indigenous Human Rights Strategy. The research shows that Indigenous people face disproportionate rates of racism, discrimination, and hate in their day-to-day lives, and they continue to experience disadvantages and injustices as a result of the lasting effects of Canada’s colonial legacy. Despite this,...
February 18, 2021
IAC Terms of Reference
The Canada Energy Regulator’s Indigenous Advisory Committee (IAC) and Board of Directors – have co-developed and, at a joint meeting in early February, co-endorsed the Committee’s Terms of Reference. This represents a key milestone in the Committee’s development, as it begins its important and groundbreaking work with the CER. As set out in the foundational...
February 17, 2021
Métis Draft Constitution
MNA – The Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) is consulting with its citizens on a draft Constitution that will modernize its approach to self-government. Following the signing of the historic Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreement (MGRSA) in June 2019 with the Government of Canada, MNA embarked on a process leading to formal federal recognition...
February 5, 2021
AGM Vote on Self-Government
NationTalk – The highlight of the Annual General Meeting February 18-20, will be a historic vote on self-government. The highlights of the AGM will be the discussion and voting on nine resolutions focusing on issues such as Métis youth, citizenship, children in care, self-governance, Regional Governance Councils, community funding, by-elections including: Resolution 6: Self-Governance Declaration...
December 21, 2020
The Path to Reconciliation Annual Report, 2020
The first sections highlight new efforts the Manitoba government undertook between April 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020, while the later sections identify the previously reported and ongoing activities. Manitoba took dozens of new actions between April 1, 2019, and March 31, 2020, to address the legacy of the impact from residential schools including creating...
September 29, 2020
Premier apology to Indigenous and Blacks
CTV News – Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil apologized Tuesday to Black and Indigenous Nova Scotians for systemic racism in the province’s justice system, and said the government is committed to reform. McNeil said he is putting together a restorative justice team composed of members of Black and Indigenous communities, as well as members of...
May, 2020
Pillars for Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan
Informed by the calls to action and recommendations found in the Saskatchewan Advocate for Children and Youth Special Report “Shhh…Listen!! We Have Something to Say! Youth Voices from the North” (2017, the Provincial Auditor’s Report 2018– Volume 1, Chapter 8, the Provincial Auditor’s Report 2019 – Volume 2, Chapter 24 and the Federation of Sovereign...
March 9, 2020
Otipemisiwak, A Nat’l Conference on Métis Self-Government
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), the Métis Nation – Saskatchewan (MN-S), and the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) are coming together to host the first ever National Conference dedicated to conversations about Metis Self-Government in Canada. This two-day gathering will discuss the next steps on advancing Métis rights and self-government....
March 3, 2020
Otipemisiwak: A National Conference on Métis Self-Government
Métis governments from Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario are gathering next week in Ottawa on March 9 and 10 for a first-of-its-kind conference on Métis self-government. The conference builds on the historic signings of the Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements (MGRSAs) in June 2019. The MGRSAs are the first agreements in Canada to recognize the...
March 3, 2020
Conference on Métis Self-Government
Métis governments from Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario are gathering next week in Ottawa on March 9 and 10 for a first-of-its-kind conference on Métis self-government. The conference builds on the historic signings of the Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements (MGRSAs) in June 2019. The MGRSAs are the first agreements in Canada to recognize the...
March 3, 2020
Otipemisiwak: A National Conference on Métis Self-Government
Métis governments from Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario are gathering next week in Ottawa on March 9 and 10 for a first-of-its-kind conference on Métis self-government. The conference builds on the historic signings of the Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements (MGRSAs) in June 2019. The MGRSAs are the first agreements in Canada to recognize the...
January 17, 2020
Métis Nations of Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan Tri-Council Meetings
The Métis Governments of Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan held a historic Tri-council meeting this week in Edmonton, Alberta from Jan. 14-16, 2020. This meeting marks the first time that their elected representatives have assembled together since signing Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements (MGRSA) with Canada in June 2019. The primary focus was on identifying...
January 14, 2020
Métis Governments of Alberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan Tri-Council Meetings
The Métis Governments of Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan – held a historic Tri-council meeting this week in Edmonton, Alberta from January 14 to 16, 2020. This meeting marks the first time their elected representatives have assembled together since signing Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements (MGRSA) with Canada in June 2019. the primary focus was on...
September 1, 2019
The Path to Reconciliation Annual Report, 2019
The first sections highlight new efforts the Manitoba government undertook between April 1, 2018 and March 31, 2019, while the later sections identify the previously reported and ongoing activities. Each year, the Manitoba government implements and supports a number of initiatives that further reconciliation outside of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to...
August 28, 2019
The CER Act
The CER Act ensures Indigenous participation in the work of the CER through: Recognition of Indigenous rights and confirmation of the Government’s duty to consult, including a requirement to assess impacts on these rights and consider Indigenous knowledge in decision making. A legislated requirement that at least one member of the Board of Directors and...
August 19, 2019
State of the Nation Address
President Froh “State of the Nation Address” stressed the importance of the MNO-Canada-Ontario Framework Agreement for Advancing Reconciliation that she described as “monumentally historic.” She stated that the MNO is fully prepared to keep advancing its mandate of self-determination and self-government on behalf of the rights of Metis people throughout Ontario. This she stated “is...
July 12, 2019
Métis National Heritage Centre
The Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) and the Government of Canada unveiled new funding ($3.4M from Government of Canada) for the construction of a Métis National Heritage Centre in Winnipeg. The centre will be the first of its kind in Canada and will showcase the history of the Métis Nation, highlighting the rich heritage and contributions...
June 27, 2019
Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements
These agreements affirm the Métis right of self-government and recognize the mandates of the Métis Nation of Alberta, the Métis Nation of Ontario and the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan. The agreements also set out next steps to formally recognize Métis governments as Indigenous governments in Canadian law. While the Métis Nation of Alberta, the Métis Nation of...
June 27, 2019
Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreements
This agreement affirms the Métis right of self-government and recognize the mandates of the Métis Nation of Alberta (and Métis Nation of Ontario and Métis Nation of Saskatchewan). The agreement also set out next steps to formally recognize the Métis governments as Indigenous governments in Canadian law. While the Métis Nations already has well-established province-wide...
June 27, 2019
Self-Government Agreement
This agreement affirms the Métis right of self-government and recognize the mandates of the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan (and Métis Nation of BC and Métis Nation of Alberta). The agreement also set out next steps to formally recognize the Métis governments as Indigenous governments in Canadian law. While the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan already has...
June 27, 2019
Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreement
This agreement affirms the Métis right of self-government and recognize the mandates of the Métis Nation of Ontario (also Metis Nations of Alberta and Saskatchewan). The agreement also set out next steps to formally recognize the Métis governments as Indigenous governments in Canadian law. While the Métis Nation of Ontario already has well-established province-wide governance...
June 10, 2019
Canada – Métis Post-Secondary Sub-Accord
The Sub-Accord fulfills commitments outlined in the 2017 Canada-Métis Nation Accord and is a historic step in closing the post-secondary education attainment gap between Métis citizens and non-Indigenous Canadians. This Sub-Accord will establish new approaches aimed at improving the education outcomes of Métis Nation students and programs and support three activity streams including student support,...
March 22, 2019
Métis Nation BC and Island Health LOU on Health Services
Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) President Clara Morin Dal Col, and Island Health Chair Ms. Leah Hollins, signed a Letter of Understanding (LOU). The LOU outlines a framework in which the Parties will work together to increase MNBC’s influence in decision making related to health services that impact Métis individuals, families and communities within the...
March 19, 2019
Budget 2019 Métis Commitments
Significant Budget 2019 federal investments in Métis Nation priority areas. Among the highlights of the documents are: “$30 million to recognize the contribution of Métis veterans to the country’s Second World War efforts and to commemorate the sacrifices and achievements of all Métis veterans”; “A Métis Nation-led post-secondary education strategy consisting of financial assistance for...
January 11, 2019
Directive on Civil Litigation
The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, issued the Directive on Civil Litigation Involving Indigenous Peoples. The Directive will guide the Government of Canada’s legal approaches, positions and decisions taken in civil litigation involving Aboriginal and treaty rights, and the Crown’s obligation towards Indigenous peoples. This is to ensure the...
2019
Modern Treaties Timelines
Modern Treaties: Comprehensive Land Claim Settlements or Self-Government Agreements Date Agreement Indigenous Group 1977 James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement James Bay Cree 1978 Northeastern Québec Agreement Inuit 1984 Inuvialuit Final Agreement Western Arctic Inuit: Northwest Territories 1986 Sechelt Indian Band Self Government Agreement 1992 Gwich’in Agreement Northwestern portion of the Northwest Territories and...
November 14, 2018
Recognition and Implementation of Indigenous Rights Framework Cancelled
CBC – The Liberal government won’t be tabling legislation to create its promised Federal Recognition and Implementation of Indigenous Rights Framework this fall as previously planned. Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Carolyn Bennett’s office, which has the lead on the file, issued a statement saying work would continue to develop the framework to enshrine Section 35 rights...
September 24, 2018
Joint Action Plan on Advancing Reconciliation
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) and the Government of Canada – have agreed to a three-part plan for moving forward together to advance reconciliation with the Manitoba Métis Community. In order to support this plan, Canada will provide $154.3 million to the MMF as the parties continue to work to advance reconciliation: The Manitoba Metis Federation...
September, 2018
The Path to Reconciliation Annual Report, 2018
The Manitoba Government reports on its actions following the two broad categories of “Legacies” and “Reconciliation” used by the TRC. The section on Legacies outlines the Manitoba governments efforts to address the disparities between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Manitoba’s social, political and economic systems and institutions. We have collaborated with many different service providers...
July 25, 2018
MOU on Reconciliation
The Government of Canada and the Métis Nation British Columbia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on reconciliation. Co-developed by partners, the MOU represents a joint commitment to identify challenges, opportunities and priorities. This MOU reflects the work going on across the Métis Nation with Governing Members on a path to self-determination. “Under this Memorandum,...
July 20, 2018
MOU on Advancing Reconciliation
Metis Nation of Saskatchewan and Canada Signed a MOU on Advancing Reconciliation: https://metisnationsk.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/MOU-Government-of-Canada-Advancing-Reconciliation-2018.02.pdf...
June 4, 2018
Lawsuit over Turning the Page Agreement, Nov. 26, 2014
MMF’s has authorized legal proceedings against the Pallister government for its breach of the honour of the Crown and the Kwaysh-kin-na-mihk la paazh Agreement (“Turning the Page Agreement”) signed between the MMF, Manitoba Hydro and the Manitoba Government in November 2014. “It is outrageous and embarrassing for a Manitoba Premier to act like this—to overreach...
May 23, 2018
Draft Principles that Guide the Province of British Columbia’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples
Release of “Draft principles” that recognizes that: all relations with Indigenous peoples need to be based on the recognition and implementation of their right to self- determination, including the inherent right of self-government. that reconciliation is a fundamental purpose of section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982. the honour of the Crown guides the conduct...
May 18, 2018
Federation of Sovereign Indian Nations
Suicide Prevention Strategy May 18, 2018 500+ First Nations youth have committed suicide since 2005, 4 x average for non-indigenous. First Nations girls aged 10 to 19 faced a suicide rate 26 times higher than non-First Nations girls in Saskatchewan. The strategy will focus on access to mental health facilities The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous...
April 30, 2018
Framework Agreement on Métis Harvesting
Advances the recognition of Métis rights in the province. The Framework Agreement replaces a previous MNO-MNRF interim agreement from July 2004 as well as consolidates the collaborative work that the MNO and Ontario have undertaken over the last decade with respect to advancing the recognition of Métis rights, including the identification of seven historic Métis...
April 9, 2018
Government Housing Partnership Framework
Federal, provincial and territorial governments are primary partners in housing and have a shared responsibility and complementary roles for housing. This is why together, under the Partnership, the federal, provincial and territorial governments will work together to help make housing more affordable and accessible through the following initiatives: 1. Canada Housing Benefit 2. Canada Community...
March 28, 2018
We Rise Together – Achieving Pathway to Canada Target 1
The Indigenous Circle of Experts (ICE) – was created as part of the Pathway to Canada Target 1 to develop a report providing advice to federal, provincial, territorial and Indigenous governments on how to achieve Canada Target 1 through the appropriate recognition of Indigenous leadership and knowledge systems in the conservation of the land and water....
March 27, 2018
Métis Nation Summit on Child Welfare
Government of Canada on its announcement today to commence direct dialogue with the MNC Governing Members on the over-representation of Métis children and youth in the child welfare systems in Ontario and the four western provinces. The Métis Nation-sponsored Summit on Child and Family Services brought together practitioners, social workers, elders, youth and leaders of...
March 19, 2018
Second Crown-Métis Bilateral Meeting
Discussed the implementation of the investments in Budget 2018 which will advance key Métis Nation priorities set out in the Canada-Métis Nation Accord. Ministers and Métis Nation leaders also actioned further work on accords to implement Budget commitments in relation to housing, early learning and childcare and Indigenous skills employment and training. All parties participated...
March 2, 2018
Mineral Development Protocol
The Manitoba Government stated it is working in partnership with First Nations to develop a provincial mineral development protocol to advance mineral development opportunities and projects on Indigenous territories but has excluded the Métis Nation of Manitoba from discussions. “The protocol, as is now being written, will mislead and confuse industry and increase instability, financial...
February 23, 2018
Framework Agreement on Reconciliation
Signing of a Framework Agreement on reconciliation with Métis Nation-Saskatchewan. Subjects covered include: Land Claims Land Related Issues Reconciliation Issues Governance Issues Cultural, Social, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Economic Well-Being of the MNS, its Citizens and its Communities Well-being/Cultural/Rights Protection Fund(s) https://metisnationsk.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Framework-Agreement-for-Advancing-Reconciliation-2018.07.pdf...
February 15, 2018
Annual Meeting with Premier
The annual meeting with the Premier provides the MNO with the opportunity to discuss its government-to- government relationship with Ontario including updating on key priorities and areas of shared interest and concern. “We provided an overview of the many advancements that have been made by MNO and Ontario working in collaboration as well as highlighting...
February 14, 2018
Recognition and Implementation of Indigenous Rights Framework
Prime Minister Trudeau announced that the government will develop in full partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people a new recognition and implementation of Indigenous rights framework that will include new ways to recognize and implement Indigenous rights. This will include new recognition and implementation of rights legislation. Going forward recognition of rights will...
2018
Mental Health Commission of Canada: Roots for Life
Roots for Life is an evidence-informed model launched in 2018 by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) and is designed to help communities develop suicide prevention guidelines and tools that meet specific needs. The Roots of Hope project is based on community engagement and input from people with lived experience. It focuses on five...
December 17, 2017
Métis Settlement General Council MOU
Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, and Darren Calliou, Vice President of the Metis Settlements General Council, signed a Memorandum of Understanding committing the parties to renew and strengthen the government-to-government relationship and advance lasting reconciliation with the eight Metis Settlements of Alberta who will now work to develop...
December 11, 2017
Framework Agreement to Advance Reconciliation
The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario and the Métis Nation of Ontario have signed a historic Framework Agreement for Advancing Reconciliation. Under the Framework Agreement, Canada, Ontario and the Métis Nation of Ontario will begin negotiations toward shared and balanced solutions that advance reconciliation and enhance the well-being of Métis Nation of Ontario...
November 16, 2017
Framework Agreement for Advancing Reconciliation
The Government of Canada and the Métis Nation of Alberta signed the Framework Agreement for Advancing Reconciliation that enables Canada and Métis Nation of Alberta to begin formal negotiations towards shared and balanced solutions to advance reconciliation and enhance the well-being of Métis Nation of Alberta citizens. The Framework Agreement sets out shared objectives and...
November 10, 2017
27th Anniversary of land and self-governance legislation
Alberta government celebrates 27th anniversary of the passing of legislation resulting in land and self- governance for those living on Metis Settlements: On Nov. 1, 1990, a legislative package was proclaimed and included the Constitution of Alberta Amendment Act, Metis Settlements Land Protection Act, Metis Settlements Act, and Metis Settlements Accord Implementation Act. Together these...
November 8, 2017
“Expanding the Circle: Inclusive Economic Growth”
In partnership with the National Indigenous Economic Development Board, the National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association, and Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC), the Public Policy Forum presented a conference “Expanding the Circle: what reconciliation and inclusive economic growth can mean for the Métis Nation and Canada”. Ideas were presented on: How rights recognition and reconciliation...
August 21, 2017
Common Statement of Principles on Shared Health Priorities
Acknowledges the commitment of federal, provincial and territorial governments to continue working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis to improve access to health services and health outcomes of Indigenous peoples and discuss progress. https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/hc-sc/documents/corporate/transparency_229055456/health-agreements/principles-shared-health-priorities.pdf...
July 25, 2017
NDP commitment letters to his ministers
New NDP premier re-affirmed his party’s commitment to adopt the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the calls to action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission and has each of his 22 ministers to review policies, programs and legislation to determine how to bring the principles of the declaration into action...
July 24, 2017
Interim Social Emergencies Protocol: Governments of Canada and Ontario
Goal is to deliver faster, more efficient assistance when crises occur: Will work closely with Indigenous partners, including Nishnawbe Aski Nation, and the federal government to ensure efficient and effective coordination of efforts and resources to address this crisis. We will also establish an Indigenous Youth and Community Wellness Secretariat....
June 26, 2017
Inuusivut Anninaqtuk Action Plan: 2017-2022
Government of Nunavut, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., RCMP “V Division” Isaksimagit Inuusirmi Katujjiqatigiit Embrace Life Council A five-year Nunavut Suicide Prevention Strategy Action Plan announced June 26, 2017 as a co-host of Facebook’s Boost Your Community summit. The action plan defines commitments, outcomes and actions for 2017-2022. As a complement to the action plan, program funding...
June 1, 2017
The Path to Reconciliation Annual Report, 2017
This report is composed of three sections; Addressing Legacies, Reconciling for the Future and Looking Forward. Engagement with Indigenous nations and Indigenous peoples is integrated into our efforts towards a reconciled province and especially highlighted in the section, Reconciling for our Future – Reconciling Relationships. Addressing Legacies Caring for Children and Families Improving Health Outcomes...
June, 2017
Breaking Point: The Suicide Crisis in Indigenous Communities
Response to Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs. Breaking Point: The Suicide Crisis in Indigenous Communities The Committee’s recommendations fall under three broad themes: http://www.ourcommons.ca/Content/Committee/421/INAN/Reports/RP8977643/inanrp09/inanrp09-e.pdf...
April 13, 2017
Canada-Métis Nation Accord
Official signing of Canada-Métis Nation Accord marks a significant step towards a renewed government-to-government relationship based on recognition of rights, respect, co-operation and partnership. It outlines the ways in which the Government of Canada and the Métis National Council and its Governing Members will work together to set priorities and develop policy in areas of...
February 3, 2017
MOU to Advance Reconciliation
Establishes an exploratory discussion table between the MNO and Canada with the goal of arriving at a framework agreement by September 2017. The anticipated framework agreement would establish a formal negotiations process based on mutually agreeable subject matters, including Métis self-government, lands, rights and outstanding claims against the Crown https://www.metisnation.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/mno-canada-mou-on-reconciliation-final-february-3-2017.pdf...
February 1, 2017
The Métis Nation of Alberta – Government of Alberta Framework Agreement
The Métis Nation of Alberta – Government of Alberta Framework Agreement formally recognizes a shared commitment to work co-operatively to: address the needs and aspirations of the MNA and its members preserve Métis identity and cultural heritage in Alberta build upon and enhance the Alberta-MNA relationship through Nation-to-Nation dialogue promote reconciliation Priority Actions in the...
January 31, 2017
MOU to Advance Reconciliation
The Métis Nation of Alberta (“MNA”) has concluded a Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Reconciliation (“MOU”) with the Government of Canada with the goal of arriving at a mutually agreeable framework agreement by September 2017 that would establish a formal negotiations process based on mutually agreeable subject matters, including Métis self-government, lands, rights and outstanding...
November 16, 2016
Renewal of 2006 Accord
Renewal of accord first signed in 2006 to strengthen relationships between the provincial government and Métis people with objectives to address health, housing, education, economic opportunities, Métis identification and data collection as well as any opportunities for engaging in a tripartite relationship with the federal government. In addition to recommitting to the original objectives of...
November 15, 2016
Framework for Advancing Reconciliation
Jointly developed Framework Agreement sets out a process to begin formal reconciliation negotiations to address the outstanding issues raised in the 2013 Manitoba Métis Federation Inc. v. Canada decision of the Supreme Court of Canada that will lead to a modern-day treaty with Canada. “This is a monumental and historic time for Manitoba’s Métis. After...
July 21, 2016
Métis Section 35 Rights Framework
Ministerial Special Representative’s Report on Reconciliation with Métis Section 35 Rights Framework engagement with Métis governments and organizations, provincial and territorial governments and other interested parties and made recommendations on the development of a Section 35 Métis rights framework as well as other initiatives to advance reconciliation with Métis. His mandate also included identifying options...
June 10, 2016
First annual Federal, Provincial, Territorial and Indigenous Forum
Commit to all indigenous groups: AFN, Métis National Council, Inuit Tapariit Kanatami, Native Women’s Association of Canada and Indigenous People’s Assembly of Canada (IPAC)....
June 1, 2016
The Path to Reconciliation Annual Report, 2016
The government will carry out work in 2016/17 that will lead to the development of an initial engagement strategy to seek feedback on a reconciliation strategy from Indigenous leaders. This initial engagement will be followed by a more fulsome engagement process that will take place at a later date, once initial discussions have occurred. while...
May 30, 2016
Journey Together: Ontario’s Commitment to Reconciliation with Indigenous People
Investments of $250M/3 yrs + $104.5M annually after. Outline expectations around achieving greater equity with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples across all dimensions: economic, educational, social, housing, justice system, health, clean environments and land use. Programs and Actions: Understanding the Legacy of Residential Schools Closing Gaps and Removing Barriers Creating a Culturally Relevant and...
May 27, 2016
MOU on Advancing Reconciliation
Sets out a mutually agreeable path forward on finding a shared solution on implementing the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) Decision (2013 Manitoba Metis Federation et al. v. Canada decision of the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC). The SCC decision is about undue delay in providing the land grants promised to the Métis in s. 31...
March 15, 2016
Path to Reconciliation Act
Passed unanimously is committed to reconciliation and will be “guided by the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the principles set out in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.” Government commits to annual updates 3 months after the fiscal year end. This Bill sets out the government’s...
December 15, 2015
Response to TRC Final Report
Commit to a “renewed” (i.e. Nation-to-Nation) relationship with First Nations, Métis and Inuit....
December 15, 2015
Response to TRC Summary Report
Since the June 5, 2015 statement’s release, the government has had initial discussions with First Nations leaders on the TRC report and how we can move forward together. Ongoing work with First Nations and Metis people. Some of the Government strategies that are already well underway include: Child Welfare Transformation Strategy Disability Strategy Education Sector Strategic...
December 1, 2015
Bill 153 Métis Nation of Ontario Secretariat Act
Bill 153 Métis Nation of Ontario Secretariat Act signed between government of Ontario and Métis Nation of Ontario. Both the courts and the legislature have affirmed that the law in this province recognizes our historic and continued existence as an Indigenous people. This is the first Métis-specific legislation in Ontario history https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/s15039...
July 31, 2015
Métis Land Claims
NWT is the only jurisdiction where the federal government has negotiated comprehensive land claims with the Métis or are presently in negotiations with the Northwest Territory Métis Nation...
June 22, 2015
Response to TRC Summary Report
As a first step in reconciliation, Alberta apologized on behalf of past governments for not taking a stand to stop children from being taken from their homes and placed in federal residential schools. As a second step of reconciliation, Alberta joined the call for a national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women. The Commission...
June 16, 2015
Response to TRC Summary Report
Nothing specific. Indicated ongoing, current initiatives in Education, Health, Child Welfare, Domestic Violence, Health, Language & Culture, Justice,...
June 5, 2015
Response to TRC Summary Report
“We will create a multi-ministry team to carefully examine this report and the full report once released. We will look to build on successes, such as teaching Treaty and First Nations and Métis histories in the classroom and the Joint Task Force on improving education and employment outcomes for First Nations and Métis people”....
June 3, 2015
Response to TRC Summary Report
Already acting upon three TRC Calls to Action: (CBC) Recognize aboriginal healing practices and use them to treat aboriginal patients Recruit aboriginal healthcare providers in aboriginal communities and across the healthcare field Consult with residential school survivors and aboriginal people to make curriculum about residential schools and other aboriginal history...
June 2, 2015
Release of TRC Summary Report
“Honouring the Truth, Reconciling for the Future: Summary of the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission” released....
March 27, 2014
Expression of Reconciliation
Expression of Reconciliation for the Legacy of the Residential School System. Focus is on Education. Commits that all Alberta students will learn about the history and legacy of residential schools, along with the history of First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples of Canada through a revised K-12 curriculum. Creating a new Assistant Deputy Minister of...
March 8, 2013
Manitoba Métis Land Claim
The Manitoba Métis Land Claim slowly made its way through the Queen’s Bench, the Court of Appeal and finally to the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC). In March 2013 the SCC acknowledged the Manitoba Métis Federation as the body that represents the Manitoba Métis in this collective claim against the Crown. In its decision this...
2010
National Aboriginal Youth Suicide Prevention Plan
In Phase I of NAYSPS (2005-2010), funding under the Strategy flowed from Health Canada to the Health Canada Regional Offices, and then from the Regional Offices to communities or Tribal Councils based on workplans or proposals: 200 First Nations and Inuit suicide prevention projects that ranged from traditional on-the-land activities to the development of local...
November 17, 2008
MNO – Ontario Framework Agreement
Established a collaborative relationship that reinforced the commitment to work together to improve the well-being of Métis children, families and communities while building knowledge and understanding of Métis culture among all Ontarians....
June 11, 2008
PM Harper Apology
Issued a formal apology for the Residential School system https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1100100015644/1100100015649...
July 10, 2005
The Edéhzhíe Protected Area
Funding for the establishment and management of the Indigenous protected area over the first few years will be provided by the Canada Nature Fund. Budget 2018 set aside a $500 million investment to create a $1 billion nature fund in partnership with corporate, not-for-profit, provincial, territorial, and other partners. The Edéhzhíe Protected Area is the...
Modern Treaties
Modern Treaties and Self-Government Agreements The modern treaty era began in 1973 after the Supreme Court of Canada decision (Calder et al. v. Attorney-General of British Columbia), which recognized Aboriginal rights for the first time. This decision led to the development of the Comprehensive Land Claims Policy and the first modern treaty, the James Bay...