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Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Woodhouse Nepinak Attends 68th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
(March 14, 2024 – New York City, New York, USA) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief, Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak, attended the United Nations 68th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York City, on traditional territory of the Canarsie, Munsee Lenape, and the Wappinger people, as part of the Canadian […]
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Read MoreFIRST READING: Judge warns of ‘tsunami’ of offenders faking Indigenous status to get lighter sentences – National Post
Mar 15, 2024 Under Gladue principles, offenders claiming Indigenous status can obtain alternative sentences, reduced jail time and easier bail First Reading is a daily newsletter keeping you posted on the travails of Canadian politicos, all curated by the National Post’s own Tristin Hopper. To get an early version sent directly to your inbox, sign […]
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Read MoreWabun Tribal Council recognized for success in mining – Sudbury Star
Mar 14, 2024 The ‘Wabun Model’ of Indigenous engagement has allowed First Nations to make gains from resource development on their traditional lands There have been so many changes over the past couple of decades for Indigenous First Nations and I am amazed at how life has changed for many people. Most of the changes […]
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Read MorePolitics Briefing: Newfoundland the latest province to balk at pending hike in carbon pricing – The Globe and Mail – Canada News Media
March 13, 2024 Hello, The Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador is taking issue with a looming increase in federal carbon pricing planned by the Liberal government. In a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sent today, Andrew Furey called for restraint. At issue is a scheduled April 1 increase in the price of carbon pollution […]
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Read MoreStatement by Minister Ien, Head of the Delegation of Canada, to UNCSW 68th Session
From: Women and Gender Equality Canada March 12, 2024 – Check against delivery – I’d like to begin by acknowledging that we are gathered on the traditional territory of the Munsee Lenape. Thank you to the Commission on the Status of Women, and to my colleagues here as well – I’m honoured to deliver this […]
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Read MoreConcern, confusion among members as $10B treaty settlement looms – Sudbury News
Mar 12, 2024 Sudbury.com spoke with several members of signatory First Nation communities who not only shared documents related to the disbursement of funds but also shared their concerns about how the settlement process is unfolding In just a few weeks, $10 billion will land in Northern Ontario, but how it will be disbursed among […]
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Read MoreA Primer on the Alberta NDP Leadership Candidates
The highly competitive Alberta NDP leadership race is heating up! Six people – four women, two men – are vying to succeed Rachel Notley. Four are current caucus members, two of whom are former cabinet ministers. One is a former mayor; the other is a veteran labour activist. Here are some thoughts on the candidate […]
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Read MoreMedia Advisory – Prime Minister’s itinerary for Tuesday, March 12, 2024
National Capital Region, Canada 11:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will meet with the President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Natan Obed. Note for media: Pooled photo opportunity at the beginning of the meeting NT4
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Read MoreWorking together can bring great results – Northern News
Mar 12, 2024 There have been so many changes over the past couple of decades for Indigenous First Nations and I am amazed at how life has changed for many people. Most of the changes have been for the good and that of course has to do with more access to education and employment opportunities. […]
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Read More12-member delegation from NWAC to press for the financial empowerment of Indigenous women at 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
March 11, 2024 GATINEAU, Que — Carol McBride, the President of the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC), will lead a 12-member delegation of Indigenous women representing NWAC’s member associations across the country when UN Women hosts the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women. The priority theme of this year’s conference, […]
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