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Canada Post will once again mark National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 by issuing a set of stamps honouring three Indigenous leaders. Nellie Cournoyea, George Manuel and Thelma Chalifoux will each be featured on a stamp recognizing their...

The Little Free Library® (LFL) nonprofit organization is thrilled to announce the launch of its Indigenous Library Program, which grants Little Free Library boxes and books where needed most in Indigenous communities and on tribal lands in the U.S...

Deloitte's Future of Canada Centre is launching the second volume of its Voices of Indigenous Youth Leaders on Reconciliation series of reports, highlighting the perspectives of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth leaders. Focused on reconciliation...

Today, the Government of Canada announced that it will join the Government of the Northwest Territories in matching donations to the United Way of the Northwest Territories, to support disaster relief and recovery efforts in a number of communities....

The Minister Responsible for Relations with the First Nations and the Inuit, Ian Lafrenière invites media representatives to a public dialogue on the revitalization and promotion of Indigenous languages. Date: June 16, 2023 Time: 10:30 a.m. Place:...

Young people play a vital role in shaping the future of Canada's low-carbon economy. The Government of Canada is investing in the potential of young people across the country to ensure they develop and bring their skills, knowledge and experience to...

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous, Callie Hill, Executive Director of Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language and Cultural Centre, and Chief R. Donald Maracle, Elected Chief of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, announced a...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on World Environment Day: "Today, on the 50th anniversary of World Environment Day, I join people in Canada and around the world in recognizing our shared responsibility to...

Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, will deliver remarks in the House of Commons Foyer regarding the Annual Progress Report on the Federal Pathway to address Missing and Murdered Indigenous...

The Minister Responsible for Relations with the First Nations and the Inuit, Ian Lafrenière invites media representatives to a public dialogue on the revitalization and promotion of Indigenous languages. Date: June 16, 2023 Time: 10:30 a.m. Place:...

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Callie Hill, Executive Director of Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language and Cultural Centre, and Chief R....

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark four years since the publication of the final report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls: "Four years ago today, the sombre,...

Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, will deliver remarks in the House of Commons Foyer regarding the Annual Progress Report on the Federal Pathway to address Missing and Murdered Indigenous...

Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, alongside the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Newfoundland and Labrador's Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, concluded a successful two-day...

Students living in First Nations communities deserve quality learning environments that are safe and healthy places to learn and grow, and support better educational outcomes. Working in partnership, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) and Indigenous...

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Ville-Marie-Le Sud-Ouest-Île-des-Soeurs, announced a federal investment of more than $6.5 million to support the construction of a new...

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Callie Hill, Executive Director of Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language and Cultural Centre, and Chief R....

Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake an official visit to Manitoba from June 6 to 8, 2023. The Governor General will meet with Manitoba officials, Indigenous leaders, and...

The Government of Canada is committed to working in collaboration with Indigenous partners, the energy and electricity sectors, and renewable energy leaders across Canada to tackle climate change, accelerate the transition to clean energy and create...

Indigenous communities across British Columbia are creating new opportunities in the economy of the future, including transitioning to clean energy and advancing digital technology....

On June 1, 2023, youth participants of the Journey for Knowledge program at Manitoulin Island's Weengushk Film Institute (WFI) will embark on an unparalleled and transformative four-week cultural exchange trip across Canada and the US. Starting from...

Today, the Nisg?a'a Lisims Government celebrates a new partnership to bring wireless connectivity to all four Nisg?a'a villages in Northwest B.C., improving safety and supporting Indigenous prosperity in the Nass Valley through a first-of-its-kind...

Today, the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, joined the President of the Métis National Council, Cassidy Caron, to co-chair the annual Crown-Métis Nation Summit in Ottawa, Ontario, where they were joined by federal Cabinet ministers and presidents from...

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations; the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services; the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor; and the...

As wildfires become more common and more extreme, the Government of Canada is focused on keeping people safe while strengthening Canada's long-term response. Across Canada, several provinces and territories are experiencing a severe wildfire season,...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Indigenous History Month: "Indigenous Peoples have lived on this land for time immemorial and their unique histories shaped the Canada we know today. Today, we mark...

Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and youth share their relationships to water in the newly released graphic novel, "We Are of Water." The Covid stimulus program, Healthy Watersheds Initiative (HWI), collected the voices and reflections of Indigenous...

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) is making funding available to help the public and Indigenous Peoples to participate in the federal impact assessment process for the Mont Sorcier Mining Project. The Project, proposed by Voyager...

The Minister Responsible for Relations with the First Nations and the Inuit, Ian Lafrenière invites media representatives to a public dialogue on the revitalization and promotion of Indigenous languages. Date: June 16, 2023 Time: 10:30 a.m. Place:...

Indigenous businesses, organizations and entrepreneurs play an important role across Canada in growing local economies, creating good jobs, and providing unique products, services and experiences that benefit Canadians. The Government of Canada is...

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) recognizes National Indigenous History Month, a time to reflect on the history, achievements and resilience of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. As we examine history, we must acknowledge that the health...

The Métis National Council and Ministers of the Government of Canada, including the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 9:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the Crown-Métis Nation Summit. He will be joined by the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Marc Miller, the Minister of Indigenous Services and...

The CHU Sainte-Justine Foundation is proud to announce Rio Tinto's continued support for the CHU Sainte-Justine through a $500,000 donation to the Dialogue Program. This program aims to provide specialized maternal and pediatric healthcare and...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 9:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the Crown-Métis Nation Summit. He will be joined by the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Marc Miller, the Minister of Indigenous Services and...

The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), will announce funding to support Indigenous clean energy projects and skills training....

Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, announced a $12 million investment through the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) Project Stream that will fund 50 new homes for Indigenous people across southern...

New Collections Open Up Access to Artwork, Historical Resources ? Many Never-Before Researched or Presented for Public Viewing Online by the Museum Focal Points: 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre; 150 Years of Indigenous Painting Traditions; Artists Thomas...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Adeline Webber as the next Commissioner of Yukon for a term of five years. Born and raised in Whitehorse, Yukon, Adeline Webber is a proud member of the Teslin Tlingit Nation....

The Métis National Council and Ministers of the Government of Canada, including the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister...

Command Holdings, a Native American owned community of companies, today announced that it hired John Dicus as Director of Business Integration and Compliance. Mr. Dicus will lead the business compliance program and continuity development of new...

InterINDigital announced today that the premier of season 2 of its new and original documentary series, CRAZY LIKE A LYNX, will air on APTN in Ojibwe on Monday June 5th, 2023, at 7pm for the North feeds and on Friday June 9th at 6:30am for the East,...

Desjardins is proud to support Alliance de l'Énergie de l'Est?a coalition of 209 municipal and Indigenous governments representing 16 regional county municipalities in eastern Quebec and the Magdalen Islands?in its efforts to build and operate wind...

Alithya Group inc. ("Alithya") has unveiled its new brand platform and website, positioning the Company's vast competencies front and center and emphasizing the collective intelligence behind its extensive service offering. Developed by Alithya...

Today, more than 400 individuals gathered at the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center for a "Conversation on Belonging" with UC Berkeley Professor john a. powell. At the event, The Conrad Prebys Foundation, the largest private foundation in the...

The Taxpayers' Ombudsperson, Mr. François Boileau, has sent a service improvement request to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), asking it to update its information for Indigenous Peoples on Canada.ca. Right before the CRA began the 2023 tax-filing...

Intersectional research is the cornerstone of understanding and tackling gender-based violence. While violence can, unfortunately, be experienced by all, certain Canadians, including Indigenous women and girls, women living in rural and remote...

Acadia First Nation in Nova Scotia is the first of many who will benefit from Gratitude Seafood sales in national grocery chains across Canada. The Laptops for Learners giveback kick-off in Gold River, Nova Scotia, was held on Acadia First Nation...

On May 5, 2023, the World Health Organization determined the current COVID-19 situation no longer constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), however the Government of Canada recognizes that the SARS-CoV-2 virus is still...