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B.C. man closer to liver transplant after ‘misunderstanding’ over alcohol abstinence policy
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
In a statement Thursday, BC Transplant said the policy had actually been removed in May. Continue reading
Alcohol abstinence policy for liver transplants discriminatory, Indigenous advocates say
The policy requires potential organ transplant recipients to abstain from alcohol for six months. Continue reading
Western Canadian First Nations groups making progress in bid to purchase TMX
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
Indigenous groups from across western Canada say they are nearly ready to put forward an offer to buy the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. Continue reading
In the face of complaints, Vancouver police move to clarify street-check policy
A report’s six recommendations include a formalized policy in line with provincial standards, extra training for officers and a call for street-check data to be released each year. Continue reading
Official complaint lodged over Vancouver police ‘carding’ of Indigenous, black people
By Simon Little Online Journalist
VPD data shows 15 per cent of its “street checks” involved Indigenous people, who make up just two per cent of the city’s population. Continue reading
The Union of BC Indian Chiefs says it stands in solidarity with family of Colten Boushie
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
Grand Chief Stewart Phillip said racism has been a deeply rooted issue in Saskatchewan for decades, Continue reading
Heart disease claims life of prominent Shuswap Aboriginal leader
Manuel spent many years as chief of the Neskonlith Indian Band and was a chairperson of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council. Continue reading
B.C. First Nations leader arrested at Kinder Morgan protest site
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
A B.C. First Nations leader has been arrested at the Kinder Morgan protest site on Burnaby Mountain today. Continue reading