Le Lézard

News by subject: NTA

20 july 2023

07:00
What:                          The Royal Canadian Mint is offering the public a chance to collect its $2 circulation coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day.  Join us at the Westin Nova Scotian in Halifax, where the Mint is attending the...


19 july 2023

11:45
National historic sites reflect the rich and varied heritage of Canada and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about Canada's diverse history. The network of national heritage places administered by Parks Canada represents the very...

08:00
What:                          The Royal Canadian Mint invites the public to collect its $2 coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day at its Winnipeg boutique. There will be a limit on the number of coins guests can exchange, while supplies...

07:00
What:                          The Royal Canadian Mint invites the public to collect its $2 coin celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day at its Ottawa boutique.  There will be a limit on the number of coins guests can exchange, while supplies...


18 july 2023

16:33
Today, the Haida Nation, British Columbia and Canada announced the conclusion of the signing of a co-developed recognition agreement. This is a significant step toward reconciliation, or Gud ad T'alang HlG?ang.gulx?a Tll Yahda ? Tll ya?'adee G?ii gud...

14:18
Advancing reconciliation requires supporting culturally appropriate, Indigenous-led and community-based justice services, and building policies informed by the lived experiences of Indigenous peoples. These are key to achieving systemic change in our...

11:00
The Government of Canada is committed to a process of reconciliation and renewed relationships with Indigenous peoples based on recognition, respect, co-operation, and partnership. The recognition of the important role Indigenous peoples play in the...

08:51
Less than 1% of charitable giving goes to Native causes, meaning organizations like Partnership with Native Americans (PWNA) are enormously grateful for unrestricted gifts. PWNA, a Native-led nonprofit, is excited to announce that Olo For Good (Olo)...

07:00
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., K.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Gary Anandasangaree, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and Isabel O'Soup, Tribal Chief of Yorkton Tribal...


17 july 2023

14:00
The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening the integrity and safety of its bridges. Today, the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced the completion of the St. Andrews Lock and Dam bridge deck...

13:06
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., K.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Gary Anandasangaree, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and Isabel O'Soup, Tribal Chief of Yorkton Tribal...

12:15
The native tribes of North Dakota are an essential part of the state's history. In fact, five tribal nations share geography with North Dakota and include approximately 30,000 tribal members with deep connections to the plains. The Native American...

10:05
Everyone deserves a safe and stable place to call home, but as we've seen in communities across our country, far too many Canadians face the daily reality of homelessness. The Government of Canada recognizes the collective responsibility as we...

07:08
Note: All times local Dartmouth, Nova Scotia 9:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend a canoeing event with the North American Indigenous Games athletes. He will be joined by the Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development...

06:00
Foran Mining Corporation ("Foran" or the "Company") and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation ("PBCN") are proud to announce the signing of a landmark Collaboration Agreement (the "Agreement") between PBCN and Foran's wholly-owned subsidiary, McIlvenna Bay...


16 july 2023

19:00
Today, the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible...

17:28
The Honourable Bill Blair, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, has approved a Request for Federal Assistance from the Government of British Columbia to support their efforts to combat wildfires....

07:00
Note: All times local Halifax, Nova Scotia 7:30 p.m.        The Prime Minister will deliver remarks at the opening ceremonies of the North American Indigenous Games. Notes for media: Open coverageMedia are asked to arrive no later than...


15 july 2023

21:07
Note: All times local Halifax, Nova Scotia 7:30 p.m.        The Prime Minister will deliver remarks at the opening ceremonies of the North American Indigenous Games. Notes for media: Open coverageMedia are asked to arrive no later than...


13 july 2023

11:00
Racism and discrimination are major obstacles to the fundamental rights of Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to combatting racism and discrimination in all its forms and promoting equal opportunities for people to participate fully in...

10:47
The Vilcek Foundation is pleased to present Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery, with dual presentations at the foundation's Manhattan headquarters and at the Metropolitan Museum of Art from July 2023 through June 2024. Developed in...

09:00
Provincial and territorial ministers of education discussed shared priorities at the 111th meeting of the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC) meeting in Saskatoon on July 10, 2023. The meeting was chaired by the Honourable Gordon Wyant,...

08:30
BMO is announcing its support of the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) and will be the official sponsor of all soccer events at the Games taking place July 15 to 23 in Nova Scotia. The announcement builds on BMO just being named an Official...

08:22
EY Canada is pleased to announce 13 company founders selected for the EY Entrepreneurs Access Network Class of 2023. Launched in Canada in 2022, the program helps Black and Indigenous leaders access learning and networks to transcend barriers and...


12 july 2023

15:34
Earlier this week, the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, was pleased to attend the Council of the Federation Premiers Meeting, held in the heart of our Homeland, in what is now called Winnipeg....

12:50
Today, Chief George Ginnish from the Natoaganeg First Nation; Chief Ross Perley from...


11 july 2023

18:51
Across the country, thousands of jobs are being created as the Government of Canada delivers major clean energy projects in partnership with Indigenous communities, workers and industry. Alberta's immense potential for solar power generation,...

17:43
The Government of Canada is continuing to make important investments to ensure a strong economy in communities across the North. Traditionally underserved businesses, particularly those that are women-owned or Indigenous-owned, are an important...

15:32
Advancing Indigenous-led approaches to public safety is central to both maintaining public safety in First Nations communities and advancing reconciliation. That's why the Government of Canada is taking action with a comprehensive plan that gets guns...

13:08
All Canadians need reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. That is why the governments of Canada and Alberta are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to underserved communities across Alberta. Today, the...

10:15
Today, Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton?Canso, the Honourable Michelle Thompson, Minister of Health and Wellness, on behalf of the...

10:05
Today, Yvonne Jones, Member of Parliament for Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, along with the Honourable Paul Pike, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development and Minister...

09:33
Canada is one of the healthiest countries in the world, and everyone in Canada deserves opportunities to thrive and lead a healthy life. The Government of Canada has taken action to address systemic health challenges and barriers so that every...


10 july 2023

16:12
Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) are preventable, treatable, and in many cases curable, yet they remain a significant public health concern in Canada, especially among Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, and other equity-deserving...

08:36
Amplifying the unique mental health experiences of Youth of Color during the month of July, The AAKOMA Project has just released a trailblazing, culturally responsive, data-driven brief on social media use, Youth and Young Adults of Color and mental...


9 july 2023

12:15
The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs; the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations; and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement today: "Today on Nunavut Day,...


7 july 2023

10:10
Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, along with Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Diversity and Inclusion (Housing), as well as France-Élaine Duranceau,...

08:48
Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (NNGE) and Hard Rock Digital proudly announce the grand opening of the Hard Rock Sportsbook at Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort in Flagstaff, Arizona. Arizona baseball legend Luis Gonzalez will headline the...


6 july 2023

18:24
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Governor General, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, appointed the following individuals as independent senators to fill vacancies in the Senate: Paul Prosper, for Nova...

15:15
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, along with Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay?Rainy River, on behalf of...

13:15
SOCAN Foundation and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame is delighted to announce the opening of the application process for the 2023 Indigenous Song Camp presented by Amazon Music. The program aims to foster musical...

11:00
Canada's universal, accessible and publicly funded healthcare is a point of pride for Canadians. However, health workers across Canada are under enormous strain to deliver the care that Canadian patients deserve. Immediate, collaborative, action is...

10:00
Mikisew Group, through its private investment division, has purchased all ATB Private Equity's equity holdings in JL Filtration. With this transaction, Mikisew Group adds to its ownership from the initial transaction struck in 2020 alongside ATB...


5 july 2023

18:01
Today, Chief Lynn Indian of Big Grassy First Nation; Chief Jeff Copenace of Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation; the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations; and the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario's Minister of Indigenous...

17:00
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (the Tribe) announced today that Simon Fothergill has been appointed Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO) for the enterprise....

16:00
Planting two billion trees benefits all Canadians. Diverse forests have many benefits: they capture the carbon in growing trees to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help in the fight against climate change; they enhance forest resilience to climate...

10:04
The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is honoured to welcome Joséphine Bacon as Elder in Residence, a mandate that begins in the fall of 2023. "I am deeply grateful that Joséphine Bacon, whose powerful, iconic work I greatly admire, has accepted...

07:15
This July and August, join the fun and participate in the Concord ArtWalk at Concord Park Place, North York around Ethennonnhawahstihnen Park and Concord CityPlace, in downtown Toronto encompassing Canoe Landing Park. Learn about the amazing art...

06:00
The Coharie Tribe and WellCare of North Carolina, a subsidiary of Centene Corporation that provides government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors, and individuals with complex needs, today announced a joint commitment to...


4 july 2023

19:48
Taking care: We recognize this news release may contain information that is difficult for many and that our efforts to honour Survivors and families may act as an unwelcome reminder for those who have suffered hardships through generations of...