Statement – BCAFN Expresses Concern and Solidarity with Nuxalk Nation
Press Release (Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC) The BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) expresses deep concern and solidarity with the students, teachers, families, and the entire Nuxalk Nation…
Federal, provincial, and territorial ministers responsible for emergency management meet over shared priorities
Press Release Toronto Today, federal, provincial, and territorial (FPT) ministers responsible for emergency management met in Toronto to discuss their shared priorities and how to strengthen resilience in the context…
Call for Presenters – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) – First Nations Fire Protection Strategy Webinar Series
Press Release Online via Zoom October 30, 2025, to March 19, 2026Greetings, The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is hosting a webinar series to support the implementation of the First…
R.J. Simpson: Update on Non-Government Organizations Sector Support Initiative
Press Release October 31, 2025 Check against delivery Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to update you on progress made by the Government of the Northwest Territories’ Sector Support Initiative for…
Weenusk First Nation Launches Community-Led Emergency First Response Team Program
Press Release WEENUSK FIRST NATION, ON, Oct. 30, 2025 – Weenusk First Nation is proud to announce the launch of its community-led Emergency First Response Team (EFRT) program, representing an…
Wawanesa increases funding to $200,000 for Community Wildfire Prevention Grants
Press Release WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Oct. 28, 2025 — In response to escalating wildfire risks across Canada, Wawanesa is increasing the funding available through its Community Wildfire Prevention Grants to $200,000…
BCEDA Launches DisasterSmartBC.ca
Press Release October 22, 2025 The BC Economic Development Association (BCEDA) has introduced DisasterSmartBC.ca, a comprehensive online platform designed to support First Nation and local governments, businesses, and local leaders. This…
GNWT outlines actions to strengthen territorial emergency response
Press Release October 2, 2025 After several seasons of major floods and wildfires, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is outlining the actions underway to strengthen emergency response and…
More Evacuees of Long Lake Wildfires Can Return Home September 16
Press Release 15 September 2025 More people evacuated because of the Long Lake wildfires in Annapolis County will be able to return home Tuesday, September 16. The re-entry area includes…
NWT Emergency Response Update – September 02, 2025 5:00pm
Press Release Jean Marie River – Evacuation Alert – Update Tthets’éhk’édélı̨ First Nation is advising residents of Jean Marie River to be prepared in case they have to evacuate due…
