Federal government launches forensic audit of Saskatchewan First Nations group
Indigenous Services Canada says it plans to launch a forensic audit on the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations.
Canada
Mar 19
Peguis First Nation files $1 billion claim against all levels of government over devastating 2022 flood
Peguis First Nation has filed a $1 Billion claim for flood damages against all levels of government following the devastating spring 2022 flood.
Canada
Apr 24
Feds announce funding for new affordable housing in Regina
The federal government announced funding to North Central's 30 new affordable housing units which will be completed later this year.
Canada
Apr 3
Budget 2024 commits $5B for Indigenous loan guarantees, but falls short on infrastructure
Teased in last year's fall economic statement, the Indigenous loan guarantee in the 2024 budget allows communities to decide which projects to invest in.
Politics
Apr 16
Global News investigation exposes ‘dark secret of Canada,’ veteran NDP MP says
A federal NDP member of Parliament is blasting the federal Liberal and Ontario Conservative governments following a Global News investigation.
Investigations
Mar 1
Indigenous healing lodges face chronic underfunding across Canada, critics say
Healing lodges for Indigenous people convicted of crimes have a track record of success. Supporters are asking why the lodges don't get more government support.
Canada
Apr 20
Governor General to make 1st official visit to Saskatchewan next week
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon will be making her official visit to Saskatchewan with stops in Regina and Saskatoon from April 22 to 24.
Canada
Apr 18
Governor General visits Regina Open Door Society as part of Saskatchewan visit
Learners at the Regina Open Door Society told Governor General Mary Simon stories about how they came to Canada.
Canada
Apr 23
CEO parts ways with Indigenous women’s advocacy organization after feds slash funding
The Native Women's Association of Canada has seen its federal funding cut by nearly $50 million to just $10 million, resulting in its staff of 75 being reduced to 30.
Canada
Apr 12
Report alleges RCMP mistreatment of homeless Indigenous women in NWT
Homeless Indigenous women in the North do not feel well-protected by the RCMP and instead face violence and discrimination by police, a new report has found.
Canada
Apr 11
In historic move, Ontario will allow Indigenous languages to be spoken in legislature
A change to the rules that govern lawmakers in Ontario means MPPs will be able to speak Indigenous languages without asking permission for the first time in provincial history.
Canada
Apr 5
Feds fund wildfire emergency co-ordinators for 48 Alberta First Nations
The federal government is providing all Alberta First Nations with an emergency co-ordinator to help plan for and respond to wildfires.
Canada
Apr 10
Man acquitted in Tina Fontaine murder found dead, says her aunt
Raymond Cormier, a career criminal and the man police believed killed Tina Fontaine, has reportedly died and “took all the answers with him” said Fontaine’s aunt Thelma Favel.
Crime
Apr 23
Sts’ailes ‘disappointed’ but won’t let Ottawa’s delay hinder child, family services plan
Sts'ailes has inked their signatures on a co-ordination agreement but are still waiting for B.C. and Canada to sign. They say the lack of signatures won't stop their progress.
Canada
Feb 16
Piapot First Nation chief asks for apology from MP Kevin Waugh for offensive comments
Piapot First Nation Chief Mark Fox is asking MP Kevin Waugh to apologize for saying that reserves in Saskatchewan burn down their water treatment plants.
Canada
Feb 12
Province to expand spay and neuter clinics with funds for WHS, Feed the Furbabies Canada
The province is committing $200,000 to expand spay and neuter clinics through the Winnipeg Humane Society and Feed the Furbabies Canada.
Consumer
Mar 30
Moose Jaw, Sask. to host city-wide event for National Indigenous Peoples Day
The City of Moose Jaw is partnering with the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division to host a National Indigenous People’s Day event in June at the Moose Jaw Events Centre.
Canada
Mar 19
Kelowna fraudster awaits full parole hearing following review
The Parole Board of Canada isn't so sure Robert Riley Saunders, 54, is ready for more freedom and in an April 8 review, opted to defer a decision on full parole.
Crime
Apr 24
Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta implement adoption law to end private adoption of Treaty 8 children
The Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta have implemented a new law they say supersedes provincial laws with the goal of protecting First Nations children.
Canada
Mar 15
Video shows Vancouver police officer punching handcuffed Indigenous woman
A video has been shared with Global News that shows a Vancouver police officer punching an Indigenous woman while she is lying on the ground.
Crime
Apr 17