Bill 97 – Modernization of the Forest Regime – No Predictability Without First Nations
Press Release WENDAKE, QC, April 25, 2025 – It is with great concern that the Assembly of First Nations Québec-Labrador (AFNQL) has taken note of Bill 97, An Act mainly to modernize the forest regime, introduced on April 23, 2025. The openness shown by the Minister of…
Inuit Welcome Party Platform Commitments to Bring Inuit Nunangat into Canada
Press Release April 25, 2025 Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami is encouraged to see Inuit priorities reflected in platforms from the three national parties ahead of the federal election on Monday. We will work with the new government to bring Inuit Nunangat into Canada through a strong Inuit-Crown relationship.…
Statement from Premier Pillai on the funeral of Pope Francis
Press Release April 25, 2025 Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “Tomorrow, flags at the Jim Smith Building will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset in honour of the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis. “Pope Francis was a spiritual leader of profound…
Protecting Ontario’s Critical Minerals and Energy Sector
Press Release April 25, 2025 New legislation will safeguard Canadian mining resources and energy infrastructure from foreign interference THUNDER BAY — As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the province is introducing new measures to prevent foreign governments or corporations from claiming Ontario’s critical minerals…
Fifty-two affordable homes open for First Nations in Merritt
April 25, 2025 MERRITT – First Nations elders, families and youth in Merritt now have access to new affordable homes with the opening of a 52-unit building. “By investing in housing in rural areas, and helping First Nations people and families find the homes they need, we’re helping…
Premier Simpson Highlights Northern Priorities in Open Letter and Direct Outreach to Federal Leaders
Press Release April 25, 2025 Premier R.J. Simpson is continuing efforts to ensure the Northwest Territories (NWT) remains top of mind for federal decision-makers during the 2025 election by publishing an open letter in The Hub—a national, not-for-profit digital news outlet—and writing directly to all federal party…
More than 60 projects will reduce wildfire risk, support forestry in B.C.
April 24, 2025 VICTORIA – Communities and workers throughout British Columbia are benefiting from 64 new Forest Enhancement Society of BC…
Nature Conservancy of Canada launches ambitious campaign to protect coastal forest in Murray Harbour
Press Release April 22, 2025 The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has a unique opportunity to protect an ecologically and culturally…