Archive - Mar 19, 2008

Canada's relationship with First Nations called disgraceful, creating more problems for the future

The following two stories from today's Sudbury Star highlight the struggles and realities that First Nation communities across northern Ontario face on a day-to-day basis.

From the Sudbury Star

Conditions for natives 'disgraceful' says former Lt.-governor

Posted By Andrew Low

Ontario's former lieutenant-governor calls the situation among Canadian aboriginals "utterly disgraceful."

Videoconferencing in remote First Nations providing access to resources and opportunities

Three new videos highlighting the importance of videoconferencing in First Nations are now available online for your viewing pleasure (click on the following videos to watch them)

Taking direct action to free First Nation leaders and protect the land for our children

Everyone is encouraged to get involved in supporting the directions that First Nation leaders are taking across Ontario, to protect their land and their waterways against unwanted mining activities.

Everyone needs to be demanding that the Ontario government immediately take the following steps: