Building energy planning capacities in remote First Nations – The Chronicle Journal
A SHARED vision to build technical self-reliance, developing new partnerships, and promoting healthy First Nation communities is the common thread in bringing over 200 passionate resource development and technical service…
Yedlin: A new chapter in consultations with Indigenous communities – Calgary Herald
August 22, 2017 There were two important decisions handed down by the Supreme Court of Canada last month, each dealing with issues of consultation with Indigenous Peoples in the context…
Moosonee woman sues OPP after waiting years for complaint against officer to be dealt with – Thestar.com
Aug. 22, 2017 Years after filing a complaint to the province’s police watchdog, Cheryl Hookimaw says she still sees Sgt. Randy Cota in her small community regularly. Cheryl Hookimaw didn’t…
Welcome to Canada sculpture unveiled – Kelowna Now
A new piece of artwork celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday was unveiled on August 19th at the Okanagan Lavender and Herb Farm. The sculpture’s round sphere acts as a representation of…
NAN honours members at special awards banquet – Sioux Bulletin
Nishnawbe Aski Nation celebrated the accomplishments and leadership of its members at the 2017 Keewaywin Awards presented August 9 in Lac Seul First Nation. The Emile Nakigee Award for Outstanding…
Summer camp prepares youth to be entrepreneurs – Eagle Feather News
August 22, 2017 Indigenous youth end the summer with a camp that offers skills and an experience of what it’s like to be entrepreneur. The 9th Annual Aboriginal Youth Entrepreneurship…
Grandview Lodge Could Become School – Magic 99.9
August 22, 2017 City Council is considering giving the Grandview Lodge building and property to Matawa First Nations. It would be used to develop a First Nation high school and…
Philpott urges doctors to help improve health of most vulnerable patient groups – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Aug 21, 2017 QUEBEC _ Federal Health Minister Jane Philpott says Canada’s doctors have a major role to play in improving the health of the country’s most vulnerable…
BCAFN Summer 2017 Newsletter – BCAFN
We endeavour to provide our membership with an update of active and ongoing areas of BC Assembly of First Nation’s (BCAFN) work and a summary of upcoming meetings/events. Read More:…
A NAFTA chapter focused on Indigenous rights will be crucial, Bellegarde says – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Aug 21, 2017 By Kristy Kirkup THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA _ The push for an Indigenous chapter in a renegotiated NAFTA could require support from Indigenous Peoples south…
