News by subject: NTA

The full story of Canada's long military history includes many contributions from First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. They sacrificed so much to safeguard our peace and freedom?we owe it to them to ensure they get the recognition they deserve.  ...

SkilledTradesBC, the organization that oversees the skilled trades in B.C., released its annual reporting of B.C.'s trades training highlighting a record number of apprentices, youth, Indigenous people and women participating in the skilled trades in...

Centennial College is opening the doors to its trailblazing A-Building ? Canada's first LEED Gold, zero carbon, mass timber, higher-education building. A-Building, formerly known as A-Block, establishes a new gateway to Centennial's flagship Progress...

Climate change is not neutral ?it impacts populations disproportionately along social and economic fault lines. A new report by Deloitte Canada, Achieving climate equity in Canada: Mobilizing the whole of government, argues that any response to...

Coastal and Indigenous communities rely on healthy ecosystems and sustainably managed fisheries for their livelihood. Collaborating with external partners from Indigenous groups and industry on science projects is key to broadening our understanding...

Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc. (Milestone), in collaboration with the Mississaugas of the Credit Business Corporation, has been awarded a $29.2-million contract for Stage 3 of the Randle Reef Contaminated Sediment Remediation Project....

CGI announces today that it is partnering with Mustimuhw Information Solutions Inc. (MIS) to develop a fire prevention solution for First Nation communities across Canada. This project is part of the Indigenous Digital Health Ecosystem (IDHE)...

Canadian Utilities Limited Chiniki and Goodstoney First Nations (the Nations) and ATCO Ltd. (ATCO) today announced a partnership agreement for the Deerfoot and Barlow Solar power projects, the largest solar...

Today, the Wabun Tribal Council Chiefs announced their support to partner with Hydro One to develop an important power line project in Northeastern Ontario. The Wabun Chiefs undertook a comparative analysis of prospective private sector partners,...

Bridge Tower announced a newly constructed development of 130 luxury homes for lease in Lake Jackson, Texas. Lakewood Manor, close to Highway 288, has a laid-back, suburban feel with scenic trails & parks, shopping, restaurants, top-rated schools and...

What is happening?Funding provided by the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) is now available to help Indigenous Peoples and the public participate in upcoming comment periods on three regulatory initiatives. You only need to submit one...

The Saulteaux Pelly Agency Health Alliance (SPAHA) broke ground today on a new multi-purpose health care facility on the Keeseekoose First Nation. The SPAHA facility will provide a full suite of services, including public health programming,...

eSupply Canada, a national Indigenous-owned distributor specializing in business and industrial supplies, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its mission to enhance Indigenous economic development. The company has received a...

Today, Chief Willie Sellars of the Williams Lake First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, gathered in Williams Lake, where the Minister delivered an apology on behalf of Canada to the First Nation...

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will deliver an official apology to Williams Lake First Nation and Chief Willie Sellars for historical wrongs related to their village site. A media availability will follow....

Indigenous women, young women and girls, and Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Queer and Intersex + (2SLGBTQI+) people have the right to be safe, no matter where they live, as well as the right to every opportunity to take part in...

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will deliver an official apology to Williams Lake First Nation and Chief Willie Sellars for historical wrongs related to their village site. A media availability will follow....

Today, Chief Joanne Miles and Chief Executive Officer Liz LaSaga from the Flat Bay...

eSupply Canada, a national Indigenous-owned distributor specializing in business and industrial supplies, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its mission to enhance Indigenous economic development. The company has received a...

Today, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, Prince Edward Island, commemorated the national historic significance of Skmaqn?Port-la-Joye?Fort Amherst National Historic Site with a special ceremony to unveil a new Historic Sites and...

A recognized Indigenous leader within the global climate movement who has joined delegations at major meetings of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, including COP25 in Madrid and COP26 in Glasgow, Maka Monture Päki (Tlingit...

Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, will participate in a Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada plaque unveiling ceremony to commemorate the historic significance of Skmaqn?Port-la-Joye?Fort Amherst National Historic Site. In...

The Government of Canada will be making an announcement related to housing. Media are invited to join the Honourable Gudie Hutchings,...

Chief Joanne Miles and Chief Executive Officer Liz LaSaga of the Flat Bay Band-No'kmaq Village; the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of...

The Government of Canada will be making an announcement related to housing. Media are invited to join the Honourable Gudie Hutchings,...

Everyone, regardless of their sexual or gender identity, should have access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services and resources that are safe and stigma-free. However, experiences of discrimination within Canada's health care system have...

Porter Airlines today inaugurates its non-stop service between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Winnipeg Richardson International Airport (YWG). Flights between the provincial capitals begin with two daily round trips....

New research in the September 2023 issue of JNCCN?Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network reveals an alarming lack of access for non-English speakers who called...

The Indigenous Pharmacy Professionals of Canada (IPPC), in partnership with the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA), is thrilled to announce the inaugural recipients of the IPPC Indigenous Pharmacy Scholarship. IPPC Indigenous Pharmacy...

Today, WorkRise announced the launch of Working Knowledge, a new online resource exploring policies, practices, and solutions to support workers' advancement in the labor market....

The Canada Post Community Foundation announced today that 84 organizations will receive much-needed funding for community initiatives that strive to enhance the lives of children and youth. Nearly $1.2 million in grants will be distributed to...

Today TD Bank Group (TD) and AFOA Canada are pleased to announce that they are now accepting applications for the TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples for 2024. The deadline for students to apply for the 2024-2025 cycle is November 6, 2023....

According to NEW Dove research, 8 in 10 women believe their armpits don't look, feel or sweat like the ideal.* But underarm insecurities are so last season. The latest trend? Confidence. Dove is launching...

FPX Nickel Corp. ("FPX" or the "Company") is pleased to announce results from the preliminary feasibility study ("PFS") for its 100%-owned Baptiste Nickel Project ("Baptiste" or the "Project") in central British Columbia, with an after-tax NPV8% of...

Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, will participate in a Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada plaque unveiling ceremony to commemorate the historic significance of Skmaqn?Port-la-Joye?Fort Amherst National Historic Site. In...

Dress for Success® Worldwide is honored to announce the return of Women Who Inspire on September 27, 2023, in New York City. Bringing together corporate executives, innovative thought leaders, media, social influencers, and the women Dress for...

Woodfibre LNG, the world's first liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility that is set to achieve net zero carbon emissions, has now committed all of its offtake for sale to bp Gas Marketing Limited (BPGM), a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of bp...

For the third year in a row, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (the 'Tribe' and 'San Manuel') is proud to announce that its Tribal Government Operations and Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel received Great Place To Work Certification. This...

Governor Gavin Newsom announced Friday that San Manuel Tribal Council Member, Laurena Bolden, has been appointed as a commissioner for the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC)....

These events remain far-reaching and may be traumatic to readers. If you need someone to talk to, the Hope for Wellness Help Line offers support to all Indigenous Peoples. Counsellors are available by phone or online chat. This service is available...

Today, Parm Bains, Member of Parliament for Steveston ? Richmond East, and Michael Wyse, Chief of Snuneymuxw First Nation (Xumtilum), announced a federal investment of $281,460 to support a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) retrofit...

The character of communities is reflected in their stories and art, which is why local artisans play an important economic role in the Yukon. The Fireweed Community Market supports local artisans making quality goods that are locally grown, raised,...

This fall, The HISTORY® Channel's groundbreaking Canadian original documentary event, True Story, returns for Part Two (1x120), offering a further look at the real and often misrepresented history of Indigenous peoples on the land...

ImageSource, Inc., a leader in providing innovative solutions for Tribal Nations, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming TribalNet 2023, from September 18 through September 21, 2023, at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA....

Please be advised that the Honourable Caroline Cochrane, Premier of the Northwest Territories, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of...

Giant Tiger Stores Limited is proud to announce today the launch of its second-year collaboration with the national Indigenous charity Indspire. This collaboration offers Canadians an exclusive orange shirt designed to raise funds in support of...

Please be advised that the Honourable Caroline Cochrane, Premier of the Northwest Territories, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of...

Brown Venture Group LLC, a Black-owned venture capital firm formed to fund Indigenous, Black, and Latinx technology entrepreneurs, has committed significant financial resources to foster the growth of Big Navajo Energy, which is a Navajo-owned and...

SunShare Management, LLC ("SunShare"), a leading community solar subscriber acquisition and management company, is proud to announce its significant contributions toward energy sovereignty, workforce development, and advocacy in the Navajo Nation and...

Canada Post issued three new stamps today honouring three Quebec feminists who played a major role in the fight for equality and social justice....