Archive - May 2009
May 1st
First Nations concerned about government's attempt to modernize Ontario’s Mining Act
May 1, 2009 - 6:24am | by brianbeatonNAN press release
NAN statement on Mining Act amendment bill
THUNDER BAY, ON, April 30 /CNW/ - Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Stan Beardy acknowledges the attempts the Government of Ontario has made to address First Nations concerns over mining in the Mining Act amendment bill introduced by the Government of Ontario today, but is very concerned that the legislation might not fully recognize the rights of First Nations to decide on mining in NAN territory.
Sioux Lookout selected as National Host for May 26 National Day of Healing and Reconciliation
May 1, 2009 - 6:16am | by brianbeatonPress release ...
Sioux Lookout Chosen as National Host for the National Day of Healing and Reconciliation on May 26th
Sioux Lookout, April 27, 2009- The Community Coalition for Healing and Reconciliation has developed a strong year-round plan for strengthening right relations between First Nations and non-First Nations people. The national campaign office for the National Day of Healing and Reconciliation is recognizing their efforts by declaring Sioux Lookout to be the national host for this day.