Archive - 2013

December 9th

Former AFN National Chief Phil Fontaine hired by pipeline corporation to work with First Nations

From WestCoastNativeNews.com

TransCanada has hired Phil Fontaine - former national chief of the AFN

DERRICK ON DECEMBER 9TH, 2013 

CBC introduces new Aboriginal website with the question "Is it a good time to be Indian"

From CBC.ca/aboriginal

Is it a good time to be 'Indian?'

Connie Walker introduces new CBC Aboriginal website

By Connie Walker,Dec 09, 2013 12:55 AM ET

Is it a good time to be 'Indian'?

December 7th

First Nations from Across Canada gathering in Gatineau for AFN Special Chiefs Assembly

AFN press release

First Nations from Across Canada to Gather in Gatineau for AFN Special Chiefs Assembly

December 6th

KO Secondary Support Services Christmas Dinner Webstream Dec 8

Join us on Sunday Dec 8 from 3-6pm CST ONLINE for the KOSSS Christmas Dinner Webstream. The webstream will be setup for the square dancing and games and visiting. Click on the link and enter the live stream with your name as a guest. See you there!

http://live.knet.ca/korilive

Nelson Mandela, a man of the people who lead, fought for freedom, went to jail, and lived to 95!

From CBC.ca

Nelson Mandela: World leaders pay tribute

"A great light has gone out in the world," British PM says

Dec 05, 2013

World leaders are paying tribute to former South African president Nelson Mandela who has died at age 95.

December 5th

"Forging Partnerships, Building Relationships" report to government on working with First Nations

AFN press release (see CBC.ca news story below the press release)

Assembly of First Nations National Chief Welcomes Eyford Report and Calls for Action Recognizing First Nations rights and role in Energy Development

OTTAWA, Dec. 5, 2013 /CNW/ - Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today commented on the report "Forging Partnerships, Building Relationships" prepared by Douglas R. Eyford and presented to the Prime Minister.  The report focuses on First Nations and Energy Development.  

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women recognized by First Nations

AFN Press Release

Assembly of First Nations National Chief Marks National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, To Appear Before Special Parliamentary Committee

OTTAWA, Dec. 5, 2013 /CNW/ - Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, together with AFN Alberta Regional Chief Cameron Alexis, will appear this evening before the Special Parliamentary Committee on Violence Against Indigenous Women, established to propose solutions to the root causes of violence against Indigenous women and girls.

December 4th

December 3rd

Dealing with Canadian courts as First Nations struggle to protect traditional lands and waterways

Posted in - Voices Rising 

INJUNCTIONS: WHAT LAND PROTECTORS NEED TO KNOW

By  on December 3rd, 2013Elsipogtog Fire Warrior

Idle no more continues to affect and help how First Nations are understood in Canada

From Rabble.ca

Is there a future for Idle No More?

BY AARON PAQUETTE | DECEMBER 2, 2013