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Indigenous lobster fishing: N.S. judge says dispute must be handled by OttawaThe First Nation has long argued that it has a treaty right to commercially fish for lobster without federal permits based on the Peace and Friendship Treaties of 1760-61.CanadaJul 9
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Communities mark Indigenous Peoples’ DayEvents are being held across the country to mark the 30th National Indigenous Peoples' Day — meant to honour the culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.EntertainmentJun 21
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Indigenous communities in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to receive smoke detectorsArnold Lazare, interim CEO of the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council, said deadly fires disproportionately affect First Nations communities.CanadaJun 24
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Indigenous group looking to repatriate ‘sacred’ artifacts from SwitzerlandA group of First Nations leaders and advocates in Manitoba want help repatriating thousands of Indigenous artifacts from a privately run museum in Switzerland.CanadaJun 24
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Indigenous advocacy group calls on Swiss collector to avoid private sale of artifactsBringing Them Home is calling for the return of thousands of Indigenous artifacts that belonged to a Swiss collector who is considering selling the items as he nears retirement.CanadaJun 23
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Some Indigenous people wary of ‘colonial symbolism’ of Order of Canada: studyThe Privy Council Office's Impact and Innovation Unit has been working to learn more about public awareness of the Order of Canada.CanadaJun 29
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Swiss collector working with First Nations leaders to repatriate Indigenous artifactsVincent Escriba estimates his collection to be worth between $13 and $17 million and wants the items sold together.CanadaJun 28
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Indigenous beadwork goes viral after Rihanna flight attendant momentThe Kanien’kehá (Mohawk) woman says the moment carries far more meaning than a simple exchange.CanadaJun 8
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Saskatoon celebrates its 159th Canada DayA new poll shows most Canadians are very proud of their country, and although Canada has had a rough history, the Indigenous community is also proud for the most part.CanadaJul 2
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Feds order audit of Indigenous languages office after complaints madeCanadian Heritage didn’t elaborate on the allegations against the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages, an arm’s-length office set up five years ago.CanadaMay 31
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Experts optimistic about change from Manitoba judge of reconciliationExperts are hopeful the new Associate Chief Judge of Reconciliation will push for policies addressing many issues Indigenous people face in the legal system.Jun 23
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Canada’s 1st judge dedicated to reconciliation appointed in ManitobaA Manitoba judge was appointed to a first-of-its kind associate justice role for reconciliation, to help the relationships between the courts and Indigenous communities.CanadaJun 19
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Saskatoon city hall seeks green light to enter downtown arena talks with First NationIf approved, administrations says negotiations could lead to Indigenous ownership, economic development and a potential urban reserve for its downtown district.CanadaJun 17
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How Saskatoon’s Rock Your Roots is shaping the next generationAs the next generation gathers for National Indigenous Peoples Day, Rock Your Roots hosted thousands of kids to help shape the future of reconciliation in Saskatoon.FeaturesJun 19
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Talks underway for Indigenous-led public inquiry into systemic racism: N.B. ministerA New Brunswick cabinet minister says early talks have started on an Indigenous-led public inquiry into systemic racism.CanadaMay 27
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Liberals table new First Nations drinking water bill backed by $4.6BIndigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty is expected to table long-awaited legislation to govern clean drinking water in First Nations communities today.CanadaJun 16
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Father holds onto memories, hopes for justice after daughter murdered in WinnipegAdvocates say not enough progress is being made on addressing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit individuals.CanadaJun 10
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Justice for Jaali: Calls for change after Indigenous mother dies in Saskatoon hospitalA Saskatchewan woman's family demands justice for Jaali, saying she died following two hospital transfers and waiting 13 hours for care after a diagnosis of pre-eclampsia.CanadaMay 26
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Using cultural connection to quit smoking across the PrairiesWhile quitting smoking can feel like an uphill battle, an Indigenous-led program is helping by providing a hands-on approach to reducing commercial tobacco use.HealthJun 10
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Louise Arbour urges vigilance on AI in 1st speech as Governor GeneralLouise Arbour replaced Mary Simon, who was the first Indigenous person to hold the position, as Canada's new Governor General on Monday.PoliticsJun 8