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Today, the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, applauds the unanimous decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, which supports our government and other Indigenous governments, affirming the rights of the...

Every year, cold weather, generations of heritage and heartwarming joy combine as Festival du Voyageur transforms Winnipeg's Whittier Park into a mid-winter cultural and artistic experience. As the largest Francophone event in Western Canada, this...

Today the Chair of the National Families and Survivors Circle Inc., Hilda Anderson-Pyrz, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, and the Minister of Families for the Government of Manitoba, Nahanni Fontaine, issued the...

Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will hold a media availability further to the Supreme Court of Canada's decision...

Today, with the support of the Haida Nation and the Government of British Columbia, the Government Representative in the Senate, Senator Marc Gold, introduced Bill S-16, An Act respecting the recognition of the Haida Nation and the Council of the...

Snuneymuxw First Nation has received more than $700,000 from the federal government to help build eight new homes and repair eight existing affordable ones....

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and the President of the Council of the Haida Nation, Gaagwiis, to hold a press conference regarding a major milestone in the Haida Nation's journey toward self-determination....

Media representatives are invited to a press conference during which First Nations elected leadership will respond to the Supreme Court of Canada decision regarding An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families (C-92)....

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and the President of the Council of the Haida Nation, Gaagwiis, to hold a press conference regarding a major milestone in the Haida Nation's journey toward self-determination....

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and the President of the Council of the Haida Nation, Gaagwiis, to hold a press conference regarding a major milestone in the Haida Nation's journey toward self-determination....

LAURION Mineral Exploration Inc. ("LAURION" or the "Corporation") is pleased to announce that it has published its Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") report for 2023. LAURION's chief priority remains maximizing shareholder value while...

FPX Nickel Corp.  ("FPX" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Baird, C.M., O.B.C., Hon LL.D. to the Board of Directors, effective immediately.  Ms. Baird is an accomplished leader and strategic advisor working with...

Chief Derek Nepinak of Minegoziibe Anishinabe First Nation, Chief Bonny Lynn Acoose of Zagime Anishinabek First Nation, and Chief Murray Clearsky of Waywayseecappo First Nation announce the launch of two class actions against the federal government...

Interactive publishers Industry Media recently announced the release of the latest edition of Canadian Industry magazine, the annual Indigenous Business Edition, featuring: the First Nations Major Projects Coalition, National Aboriginal Trust...

The authors of the widely acclaimed 2023 Métis book The True Canadians: Forgotten Nevermore have launched a new podcast series based on the book and hosted by one of the co-authors, writer and former journalist David Wylynko. The first episode...

Today, the Métis Nation of Alberta/Otipemisiwak Métis Government applauds the adoption of Bill C-53, the Recognition of Certain Métis Governments in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan and Métis Self-Government Act, by the Standing Committee on...

Today, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) applauds the adoption of Bill C-53, the Recognition of Certain Métis Governments in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan and Métis Self-Government Act, by the Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs...

CBC/Radio-Canada today unveiled its first-ever National Indigenous Strategy, Strengthening Relations, Walking Together, and announced the creation of a new Indigenous Office at the public broadcaster. The launch is taking place at the Canadian Museum...

A funding application period for the Indigenous Capacity Support Program ? Stream 3 Strategic Opportunities ? is now open. The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) is making funding available through this program to support Indigenous...

SWAIA Native Fashion Week (SNFW) in Santa Fe, the first-ever American-produced Indigenous Fashion Week, is pleased to announce this year's participating designers. Native American and Indigenous Canadian designers include:...

A first-ever "Indigenous Embassy" was launched in Jerusalem at an impressive event attended by more than 200 people, including ambassadors from all around the world. It is the 100th embassy to be opened in the State of Israel, according to the Chief...

CBC/Radio-Canada will unveil its first-ever National Indigenous Strategy later today. The launch will take place at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, located on Treaty 1 Territory, on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis and...

The governments of Quebec and Canada and the City of Trois-Rivières today marked the official opening of the Waska Witcihitowin community living environment. Spearheaded by the Société immobilière du Regroupement des centres d'amitié autochtones du...

A new report from Deloitte Canada highlights the perspectives and insights of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth leaders as they navigate their healing journey, and provide recommendations for advancing reconciliation through equitable access to...

Today, Alberta's Court of Appeal released its decision in Métis Nation of Alberta v. Alberta (Indigenous Relations). The case is about the Kenney Government's 2019 decision to end five years of negotiations with the Métis Nation of Alberta ("MNA",...

Every Canadian deserves a real and fair chance at success. Reducing pay gaps and improving representation means knocking down the barriers that hold back marginalized communities in the workplace. In order to do this, we need to know where the gaps...

Today, on the 29th anniversary of Neskantaga First Nation's drinking water advisory, the Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, met with Neskantaga First Nation Chief Christopher Moonias to discuss the progress made toward resolving their...

With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories...

KATAHDIN WOODS AND WATERS NATIONAL MONUMENT ? Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters is pleased to share that the National Park Foundation will make a $1 million contribution to the Monumental Welcome Campaign, supporting completion...

Paramount+ in Canada, BIPOC TV & Film and the National Screen Institute today announce the four participants selected for the first edition of the Elevate program. This brand-new business development incubator for BIPOC producers seeks to enhance the...

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Leadership from across the Métis Nation met with federal Cabinet Ministers on January 31 in Ottawa to drive progress on shared priorities, including economic development, education, health, justice, and policing. These are priority areas under the...

The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke, joined Robert Peterman, Chief Commercial Officer, Toronto Stock Exchange, to close the market and celebrate the Kahnawà:ke Sovereign Wealth Fund.   The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) is the organization that...

Indigenous peoples in Canada have been environmental stewards of their traditional land, ice, and water and are the original leaders in sustainable development and natural resource management. That is why the Government of Canada is committed to...

The Government of Canada is making one of the largest freshwater protected areas in the world more accessible by awarding the contract for construction of an Administration and Visitor Centre. Once complete, it will serve as Parks Canada's primary...

Foster Garvey is pleased to announce the official opening of its Tulsa, Oklahoma office. Located in the Mid-Continent Tower at 401 South Boston Ave., this newest office is part of the firm's national expansion into the markets most critical to its...

Today, Deloitte Canada is launching Nation Building, a new capability to create an equitable, prosperous, and thriving economy nationwide. The Nation Building group at Deloitte will serve Indigenous Peoples and Nations on their journey to economic...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting. 12:30 p.m. As part of pre-budget consultations, the Deputy Prime Minister will meet with the Assembly of First...

Please be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Cassidy Caron, President of the Métis National Council, along with federal cabinet ministers and Métis leaders will meet to advance work on...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting. 12:30 p.m. As part of pre-budget consultations, the Deputy Prime Minister will meet with the Assembly of First...

Connecting rural and remote areas and advancing Indigenous economic reconciliation are top priorities for the Government of Canada. Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a new...

Five social equity organizations to benefit from the funding over the next four years BRAMPTON, ON, Jan. 30, 2024 As part of its commitment to advance social equity, Loblaw Companies Limited  is announcing $1 million in funding for five different...

Please be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Cassidy Caron, President of the Métis National Council, along with federal cabinet ministers and Métis leaders will meet to advance work on...

Today, the Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative (NJAI), the first-of-its-kind incubator created by Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey and Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey to diversify the current and future leaders in the spirits industry, announced the...

Today, YSL Beauty announces Brazilian actress, model and rising "it girl," Bruna Marquezine as its newest US Makeup Ambassador, continuing the brand's legacy of championing empowerment. Joining Lila Moss and Lil Nas X, Bruna Marquezine embodies a...

PEN Canada is deeply concerned at the Edmonton Police Service's (EPS) arrest of Cree/Iroquois/French freelance journalist Brandi Morin and calls for the immediate dismissal of all charges against her ahead of a court hearing scheduled for February 1....

Last week, the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) hosted its 41st annual AME Roundup conference, the largest global gathering of the mineral exploration industry....

Today, Chief Michael Wyse of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, celebrated the signing of a historic Interim Land Reconciliation Agreement, that will allocate 80.09 hectares of...

Chief Michael Wyse of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will celebrate the signing of a historic agreement related to Snuneymuxw First Nation lands.  Date: Saturday, January...

Hydro-Québec launched a call for tenders on March 31, 2023. Further to this call, the company has selected 8 bids from 5 developers for a total of 1 550 megawatts (MW) of contract capacity. See the list of winning bids. All projects will be...