News by subject: NTA

Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services; and Frances Sanderson, President of the Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council, will announce new investments for the Toronto Aboriginal Support Services...

In a celebration at Seabird Island today, four First Nations - Cowichan Tribes, Lil'wat Nation, ?aq'am, and Seabird Island - were recognized and celebrated for concluding self-government agreements regarding education on their lands. Through their...

The Government of Canada is partnering with Indigenous communities and Indigenous businesses in Saskatchewan to support projects that deliver clean and affordable energy. These projects are critical to building long-term prosperity and energy...

As part of the Puget Sound Energy (PSE)'s efforts to support organizations that serve families and individuals in the community, they have awarded over $900,000 in total grant funding through their Green Power and Solar Choice programs. Samish Indian...

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a clean energy and smart renewable announcement with Chief Richard Ben, Meadow Lake Tribal Council; Gary Merasty, Chief Executive Officer of the Peter Ballantyne Group of...

Accessing quality health services can be a stressful experience. Anti-Indigenous racism in Canada's health systems, such as discriminatory language in interactions with patients and negative stereotyping that influences care decisions, can have a...

Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, will join four BC First Nations (?aq'am, Cowichan Tribes, Lil'wat Nation, and Seabird Island) to celebrate the implementation of First Nations Jurisdiction...

Please be advised that Indigenous Services, the First Nations Education Council (FNEC) and its 22 member communities will be signing a regional education agreement. To mark this event, the Honourable Patty Hadju, Minister of Indigenous Services;...

Cantu Elevate, the brand-owned initiative and entrepreneurship accelerator program from award-winning multicultural hair and skincare brand, Cantu Beauty, together with BrainTrust Founders Studio (BTFS), the beauty and wellness membership platform...

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A team of BIPOC streamers dedicated to improving diversity and inclusion in the video game community launches a campaign that champions its mission to get racism out of gaming with a simple call to action to join The Watch. People can join the...

Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, will join four BC First Nations (?aq'am, Cowichan Tribes, Lil'wat Nation, and Seabird Island) to celebrate the implementation of First Nations Jurisdiction...

The governments of Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw, Canada and British Columbia have signed a new agreement that will further advance reconciliation and treaty negotiations. Today, Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nation Leaders, Hereditary Chiefs; the Honourable Marc...

Investing in cultural spaces is crucial to addressing the root causes of violence...

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, joined hiwus (Chief) Warren Paull of the shíshàlh Nation to announce significant investments in housing infrastructure that will support the development of a subdivision in...

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a clean energy and smart renewable announcement with Chief Richard Ben, Meadow Lake Tribal Council; Gary Merasty, Chief Executive Officer of the Peter Ballantyne Group of...

Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown?Indigenous Relations, and Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nation leaders will break ground at the historic site of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations' Gukwdzi (Bighouse). Date: Saturday, July...

Today, Meta is proud to announce Inuktitut is available as a language setting on Facebook desktop. The initiative to translate Facebook to Inuktitut is the culmination of a four-year partnership with Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) to promote...

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) and Meta in Canada will be making an announcement in support of Nunavut Inuit and hosting a celebratory event in Iqaluit. Aluki Kotierk, President of NTI, will join Debbie Reid,...

Partnering with Indigenous Peoples, communities and businesses is critical to building inclusive, sustainable and resilient natural resource sectors in Canada....

Dismantling systemic racism and discrimination from our justice system and revitalizing Indigenous legal traditions will benefit everyone in Canada. A justice system that improves public safety and community well-being while addressing the challenges...

COVID-19 continues to impact communities across the country, and Indigenous Services Canada remains available to assist in prevention and response efforts. The Government of Canada is monitoring COVID-19 throughout the country including the newest...

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Today, Stéphane Lauzon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, announced up to...

Today, Chief Daryl Watson of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak; the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; and the Honourable Don McMorris, Minister Responsible for First Nation, Métis and Northern Affairs, announced that Mistawasis...

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) Supporting the tourism industry contributes to economic development in Quebec's regions. That is why the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, today...

Canadians are once again gathering, connecting with friends, family, and neighbours in their communities and their downtowns. To help encourage people to gather safely and boost local economies, the Government of Canada is investing in revitalizing...

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion announced today that Chris Sicotte joined CMHC's Board of Directors for a 4-year term....

Provincial and territorial ministers of education met on July 5 for the 110th meeting of the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC). The Honourable Gordon Wyant, Q.C., Chair of CMEC and Saskatchewan's Minister of Advanced Education, was...

Our government wants to ensure that all Canadians have the opportunity to learn more about our national history because it is important that they know the national historic people, places and events that contributed to our country's rich and varied...

The National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health (NCCIH) and the Health Arts Research Centre (HARC), both housed at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), are receiving new funds to support health care professionals to address...

The 2022 Vans US Open of Surfing (VUSOS) today announced its schedule of events for the nine-day action sports festival, including surf, skateboarding, and BMX...

Bell today announced that applications for grants are now being accepted for the Bell Let's Talk Diversity Fund. The annual program supports organizations working to improve access to mental health and well-being support for BIPOC communities...

July 10 through 17, 2022 announced in parliament as National Bison Week. The Week will remind Canadians of the significance of bison to our history. This majestic species has been brought from the brink of extinction, and now thrive on ranches, First...

Erica M. Pinto, Chairwoman of The Jamul Indian Village of California (JIV), has been appointed by Secretary Deb Haaland to serve on the Department of Interior's (DOI) newly-formed Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC).  Ms. Pinto is serving as...

Espace pour la vie has got an appetizing August in store for you at the Jardin botanique. From August 1 to 27, immerse yourself in a delicious exploration of the edible plant world by browsing the gourmet stations of Taste Your Garden, where you can...

Today, Canada, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), and the plaintiffs in the Moushoom and Trout class actions announced that a final settlement agreement has been signed, regarding compensation for First Nations children and families harmed by...

Yesterday, our Bluegrace Energy team in Bolivia signed a new collaboration agreement with the Chiquitan Indigenous Organisation (OICH) for the administration and certification of forest management plans for the conservation and restoration with the...

Disappointment and concern are emerging as First Nations survivors learn that they will have access to only 400 reserved spaces at the Basilica of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré during the papal visit on July 28th. The Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador...

Wherever and however you mark the day, remember to keep working together to build an inclusive society. Be kind to each other. Make safe spaces where our stories can be told. Listen to Indigenous peoples, on whose land we live. Learn from one...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada Private meetings 11:35 a.m. The Prime Minister will participate in an Indigenous Reflection Ceremony. Minister of Canadian Heritage and Quebec Lieutenant Pablo Rodriguez will also be in...

The Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committee for the Trans Mountain Expansion and Existing Pipeline (IAMC-TMX) yesterday completed its first-ever joint inspection with the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office (B.C.EAO). This marks the...

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs,...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada Private meetings 11:35 a.m. The Prime Minister will participate in an Indigenous Reflection Ceremony. Minister of Canadian Heritage and Quebec Lieutenant Pablo Rodriguez will also be in...

The Freedom From Religion Foundation over this patriotic holiday is announcing to the nation that there are 75 million nonreligious adult Americans who want religion out of government ? and are voting that way....

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) has started the planning phase for the Regional Assessment of Offshore Wind Development in Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia. The goal of the regional assessment is to help inform future...

Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak / Women of the Métis Nation recognizes today, July 1, otherwise known as Canada Day, as a much-needed day for reconciliation, reflection and collective action from non-Indigenous Canadians across the country....

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and the LAC Foundation are thrilled to announce the names of the 2022 recipients of the Library and Archives Canada Scholar Awards on this very special day to reflect on our values, our past and our future as a...

Zagim? Anishinab?k, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan Today, Chief Lynn Acoose of Zagim? Anishinab?k; the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; and the Honourable Don...

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting a more diverse and inclusive forest sector, which will advance Indigenous self-determination, close socio-economic gaps and provide greener solutions that tackle climate change and transition toward...

DIALOG is excited to share that the rezoning application for the 21-acre Heather Lands project has been unanimously approved by Vancouver City Council, marking a tremendous milestone in the path toward reconciliation for an important Indigenous site...