Government of Canada Improving Pikangikum First Nation Teacher Residences
The Government of Canada announced on January 30th, 2012 a commitment to purchase new teacher's residences at the Pikangikum First Nation in Ontario.
January 2012
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January 31, 2012
January 30, 2012
Saskatchewan Federation of Indians Communique
The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) Executive Communique of January 27th, 2012 reports on the new Band Teacher Salary Funding agreement in reaction to the recently announced provincial teacher salary increases. Also, there's reports on an upcoming Matrimonial Real Property Gathering and a Post Secondary Education Rally in Regina, Saskatchewan.
January 29, 2012
Whitecap Dakota First Nation Signs Self-Government Agreement
Chief Darcy Bear, of the Whitecap Dakota First Nation, recently signed a Framework Agreement with The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, to negotiate self-government of the First Nation. The process will encourage self-reliant and accountable First Nation government and will include mechanisms to create better inter-government relations.
January 28, 2012
February Is Aboriginal Storytelling Month
The Saskatchewan Indian Cultural Centre (SICC) is celebrating February 2012 as Aboriginal Storytelling Month. The SICC will be holding storytelling events on February 15th and February 29th at the White Buffalo Lodge, located at 602-20th St. W., Saskatoon, SK.
January 27, 2012
Kawacatoose First Nation Forms Potash Joint Venture
The Kawacatoose First Nation, after being approached by 14 different companies in the past few years according to their Chief, Darin Poorman, has formed a joint venture with Native American Resource Partners. Native American Resource Partners is a private equity firm with more than $5.7 billion in assets under management. It has offices in Calgary, Saskatoon and Salt Lake City.
Winnipeg Free Press and The Canadian Press, January 20, 2012
January 26, 2012
Saskatchewan Urban Reserves Gaining Acceptance
The growing number of successful urban reserves throughout Saskatchewan has transformed opposition into quiet acceptance. The recent opening of the Cree Way Gas West on 22nd St. in Saskatoon has highlighted that these businesses make the same payments to municipalities and school boards as other businesses do through service agreements. These agreements require payments to be made that are equal to the taxes that would have been paid on the land, therefore making it a revenue neutral proposition.
Jason Warick, The StarPhoenix, January 19, 2012
January 25, 2012
First Nations Renewed Concerns With Conservative Government
Many Aboriginals were underwhelmed by Prime Minister Stephen Harper speech which fell short of making any commitments to improving the social and economic conditions of Aboriginals.
Teresa Smith and Bradley Bouzane, Postmedia News, National Post, January 24th, 2012
Aboriginal Boxer Among 20 Most Influential Women In Sports
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) has named Aboriginal boxer, Mary Spencer, of Wiarton, Ontario to it's list of Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity for 2011. Also included is federal Health Minister, Leona Aglukkaq, who is from Nunavut.
James Christie, The Globe and Mail, January 18, 2012
January 24, 2012
Harper Downplaying First Nation Summit Expectations
Prime Minister Stephen Harper and First Nations leaders are holding a summit, the result of years of preparatory meetings. While First Nations leaders are hoping to achieve a definite, timetable for specific improvements to their communities, Harper is said to favour a gradual, incremental approach.
January 23, 2012
Iqaluit-Greenland Air Link Revived
After more than 10 years of lobbying, Air Greenland is resuming the Iqaluit to Nuuk, Greenland route. The trial run will start June 18th, 2012 with twice weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays until September 3rd, 2012 which could be extended, depending on demand.
NunatsiaqOnline, January 18, 2012
January 22, 2012
Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations Executive Communique
The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) most recent communique reports on developments regarding post-secondary education, the Canada/First Nations gathering coming up on January 24th, 2012 and other current issues.
January 21, 2012
AFN Chief Calls For More All-Weather Roads For Remote First Nation Communities
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief, Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, recently stated the pressing need for the construction of all-weather roads to link remote First Nations communities. With recent warm winter weather becoming more common across Canada the 'window' of availability for various ice roads has become much smaller.
January 20, 2012
Saskatchewan Residential School Students Report Experiences
Hearings were held earlier this week at the First Nations University of Canada (FNUC) in Regina, Saskatchewan where residential school survivors related their experiences to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Additional hearings will be held in 11 other communities in Saskatchewan leading up to the third national event which will be held in Saskatoon on June 21st-24th, 2012.
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January 19, 2012
First Nations Rally from Victoria Island to Parliament Hill
Please join the rally in Honour of the Treaties and Day of Action from Victoria Island to Parliament Hill, Ottawa, on Tuesday, January 24th, 2012. The rally is to provide an avenue for First Nation citizens to send a clear message to all Canadians that Treaty rights are alive and well.
January 18, 2012
Aboriginal Leaders Hopeful Prior To Meeting With Prime Minister
National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), Shawn Atleo, remains confident that a January 24th, 2012 meeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper can achieve progress in resolving some of the problems plaguing Canada's aboriginal communities.
Topics to be covered include land claims, education, health, economic development, revenue sharing, housing, and strengthening relationships.
Government of Canada Supporting Emergency Management Funding at Miawpukek First Nation
The Government of Canada is investing approximately $700,000 in the Miawpukek First Nation of Newfoundland for water infrastructure improvements and emergency management measures. The Miawpukek First Nation was established as a reserve in 1987 and has 2,780 members with an on-reserve population of about 830 residents.
January 16, 2012
IFLA Presidential Programme Indigenous Knowledges
The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is presenting the 2012 IFLA Presidential Programme Spring Meeting: Indigenous Knowledges: Local Priorities, Global Contexts. It will be taking place April 12th-14th, 2012 in Vancouver, BC.
Poster presentation proposals must be submitted by February 1st, 2012.
January 15, 2012
FIBEA 2012 Conference
FIBEA 2012 is being held in Manus, Brazil on April 26th & 27th, 2012. This year's theme is Rio + 20: Indigenous Entrepreneurship and Sustainability. Check the English link for registration, accomodation and travel information, as well as guidelines for abstracts, papers and presenatations.
The Call for Papers and Presentations has a submissions deadline of March 7th, 2012.
January 14, 2012
Culture as Treatment Symposium
The Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health is hosting, Culture as Treatment Symposium: "Walking in Beauty" - An Aboriginal Perspective on Mental Health & Addictions. The event takes place Thursday, February 9th & Friday, February 10th, 2012 at the Overbrook Community Centre and the Hampton Inn, both located in Ottawa, Ontario.
Registration can be submitted online or by fax at 613-748-9364.
January 13, 2012
Free Screening at University of Saskatchewan of Documentary Film Finding Dawn
The screening of the film "Finding Dawn", directed by Christine Welsh, will take place at the Neatby-Timlin Theatre, Arts 241, University of Saskatchewan on Thursday, January 19th at 7:15PM. The documentary, which focuses on the lives of missing Aboriginal women in Canada, is part of the National Film Board's series NATIVE: Through the Eyes of Indigenous Women. A panel discussion will follow the screening.
The screening is part of a "Lights-Camera-Action" initiative by the Community Service-Learning Office, University Learning Centre (ULC).
Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Gala
The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) is hosting the 14th Annual Toronto Gala on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 at the Four Seasons in Toronto, Ontario. The Master of Ceremonies is CBC's Amanda Lang and the Keynote Address is being delivered by former Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Jim Prentice.
January 12, 2012
AFN Chief Atleo Wants 2012 To Be A Time For Mass Changes
In a recent article in The Hill Times, Assembly of First Nations Chief Shawn Atleo indicates that he's hopeful that the First Nations-Crown Gathering in Ottawa scheduled to take place on January 24th, 2012 will produce some positive change for Canada's First Nations people.
The Hill Times Online, Chris Plecash, January 9th, 2012
January 11, 2012
Learning Together Aboriginal Mining Conference
The Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario based organization, Learning Together Incorporated is hosting the 7th Annual Aboriginal Mining Conference, which will be taking place in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories on March 29th & 30th, 2012. The organization's goals are to ensure that all communities can access information to ensure best practices.
January 10, 2012
Aboriginal Job Numbers Increase in Saskatchewan
Figures released by the Government of Saskatchewan show that off-reserve Aboriginal employment in Saskatchewan increased by 5,000 jobs for the seventh consecutive month of gains year-over-year, an increase of 14%. Aboriginal youth employment also increased by 4.7%.
January 09, 2012
Aboriginal Financial Officers Association Workshop
The Aboriginal Financial Officers Association of Canada is offering a 2 day workshop for First Nation Financial Managers, Band Administrators and other Elected Leaders. The workshop is being held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on February 13th & 14th, 2012 at TCU Place. Registration deadline is January 12th, 2012.
January 08, 2012
Saskatoon Transit Passes Now Available To SIIT And FNUC Students
First Nations students at the First Nations University of Canada (FNUC) and the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) are now participating in the universal or U-Pass according to a CBC report. Saskatoon Transit is hopeful that ridership will increase as a result of the initiative.
CBC News, Posted January 6th, 2012
City of Saskatoon, January 5th, 2012
January 06, 2012
Alberta First Nation Votes To Evict Troublemakers
The residents of the Samson Cree Nation in Alberta have voted in a recent referendum to allow a process to take place that would lead to the eviction from the reserve of individuals deemed to be presenting a danger to the health or safety of the community.
National Post, Postmedia News, January 5th, 2012 - 12:39AM ET
January 05, 2012
Flying Dust First Nation Opens Arena
The Flying Dust First Nation, located near Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan recently opened it's new arena which had been 10 years in the making and took 20 months to build, at a cost of $5 million. Chief Jim Norman said that the facility, which will operate year round, will benefit more people than the residents of Flying Dust.
Janet Gibson, The Meadow Lake Progress
January 04, 2012
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority 2011 Developments
A recent story in the Saskatoon StarPhoenix reported on the controversies that the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) endured in 2011. Among them, board of directors expenses that were 5 times the amount paid by the Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation which oversees the provincial casinos in Regina and Moose Jaw and the ousting of the board chair, Kirk Goodtrack.
Saskatoon StarPhoenix, December 30th, 2011
January 03, 2012
National Aboriginal Achievement Awards
The 19th Annual National Aboriginal Achievement Awards will be taking place on Friday, February 24th, 2012 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, British Columbia.
For more information and ticket sales contact 1-800-329-9780, Extension 228 or email: ticketsales@naaf.ca
January 02, 2012
Aboriginal Mukluks Catching On In Mainstream Markets
Manitobah Mukluks founder Sean McCormick, a Métis entrepreneur started his own production facility in 1997, growing from 4 to 50 staff at the factory and warehouse in Winnipeg. His products, marketed under the brand Fleece Line, are now sold in 22 countries and at roughly 800 retailers across Canada.
Christine Dobby, Financial Post/The Vancouver Sun, December 20th, 2011
January 01, 2012
Court Approves Newfoundland Residential School Lawsuit
Last week, the Newfoundland and Labrador Court of Appeal certified the class-action lawsuit filed by thousands of aboriginal people who allege they were excluded from a recent federal compensation settlement. Officials estimate that there could be as many as 6,000 people covered by the lawsuit, most of them residents of the northern Labrador Inuit Nunatsiavut government.
CBC News, Posted December 22nd, 2011
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