From University Affairs

Agreement with Cree communities could set precedent for research

Indigenous people retain majority of intellectual property rights over research findings stemming from their traditional knowledge of local medicinal plants.

by Véronique Morin

This is the Web Page for APTN's 'Perspectives on the Environment' TV Series. Once a show has aired, you can click on the photograph beside that show and watch the show on your computer! So, if you missed one of these programs --- here they are for you for when ever you are able to watch them!

From APTN website

From the Anglican Journal

Oji-Cree archdeacon elected first area bishop

Marites N. Sison, staff writer - Mar 8, 2010

Using a time-honoured tradition of standing behind the nominee of their choice, delegates from 16 native communities in the diocese of Keewatin’s northern Ontario region elected Archdeacon Lydia Mamakwa as their first area bishop on March 6.

INAC's Education Information System (EIS) Ontario information session in Thunder Bay is being web cast and can be viewed at:

Ontario press release 

Speech From The Throne Launches Open Ontario Plan

March 8, 2010

Ontario will create jobs and strengthen the economy by exporting clean-water technology and strengthening postsecondary education for all Ontarians.

The government's five-year Open Ontario Plan was unveiled in a Speech from the Throne delivered by The Honourable David Onley, Ontario's Lieutenant Governor. The speech opened the second session of the province's 39th parliament.

Matawa First Nations Management

2nd Annual Community Governance and Economic Development Conference

March 24 - 25, 2010

From Canada's Status of Women's site

AFN Press Release

AFN National Chief calls for joint action plan on federal budget

OTTAWA, March 5 /CNW Telbec/ - Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo responded today to the Government of Canada's 2010 federal budget.

NAEPA Press Release

Announcing Launch of the National Aboriginal Energy & Power Association       

The National Aboriginal Energy & Power Association (NAEPA) will act as a guide for Aboriginal groups across Canada to realize the economic potential of power and energy development.

From the Vancouver Sun

School events should begin with aboriginal recognition: teachers' federation

By Janet Steffenhagen - March 7, 2010

Schools and school districts should begin all events with official recognition of aboriginal territory, according to delegates attending the B.C. Teachers' Federation (BCTF) annual general meeting.