Protesters gather outside Assembly of First Nations meeting in Edmonton
A large crowd of protesters gathered outside an Edmonton hotel Wednesday, where inside an Assembly of First Nations policy meeting was taking place. Continue reading
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AFN chief concerned with Saskatchewan minister’s ‘lobbyist’ comment
AFN Chief Perry Bellegarde said, with Saskatchewan’s high rates of Indigenous children in care, the status quo in the province is not acceptable. Continue reading
Respected Sask. Indigenous elder Noel Starblanket passes away at age 72
Respected Saskatchewan Elder Noel Starblanket passed away Monday morning at the age of 72 following a battle with diabetes. Continue reading
Liberals’ relationship with Indigenous peoples in spotlight amid SNC-Lavalin affair
Federal Liberals say they are still hearing support from Indigenous people and leaders, despite concerns over the ouster of Jody Wilson-Raybould and Jane Philpott from caucus. Continue reading
Gord Downie sculpture unveiled at Halifax City Hall’s reconciliation space
The sculpture was created by artist Al Hattie using recycled metals that emulate a microphone stand and Downie’s signature hat, complete with feathers. Continue reading
‘It’s an exciting time’: Indigenous education forum draws crowd of 400
The education forum wraps up in Halifax on Feb. 14 with a visit from federal Indigenous Services Minister Seamus O’Regan. Continue reading
UCP, Suzuki Foundation granted intervenor status in Saskatchewan carbon tax challenge
Among those granted status in Saskatchewan’s carbon tax court fight are the United Conservative Party and the Canadian Taxpayers Association. Continue reading
Trudeau government would reject Jason Kenney, taxpayers group but welcome Suzuki in carbon tax court fight
By David Akin Chief Political Correspondent
The brief, submitted to the court by federal lawyers, argues the court should reject a request from the UCP to be an intervenor because its contribution would be “political and speculative.” Continue reading
First Nations summit in Halifax focuses on self-government, self-determination
First Nations leaders from across Canada are gathering in Halifax today for a regional summit on self-governance, with a focus on finding a pathway to nationhood for Indigenous Peoples in the Atlantic region known as Mi’kma’ki. Continue reading
Survivors of forced, coerced sterilization demand accountability
Morningstar Mercredi is among a growing number of Indigenous women insisting on action to address the ongoing practice of coerced sterilization. Continue reading