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From CBC.ca

ISPs should contribute to new-media fund, CBC tells CRTC

February 26, 2009

Canada's public broadcaster said ISPs should be required to contribute to a fund to bring more Canadian content online, but priority for these funds should be given to those that produce the bulk of the content.

From the Globe and Mail 

Proposed law would enshrine native rights and land title - Province to introduce Act to define method to make decisions over lands and resources

JUSTINE HUNTER - February 28, 2009

VICTORIA -- British Columbia is poised to introduce an unprecedented law that will recreate the economic interdependence that once existed between early colonists and aboriginal populations, a top native leader said yesterday.

NishTV.com is the brain child of Richard Ogima. He spent the past couple of years developing, producing, sharing and celebrating its success with the rest of us. His work and productions are something that each of us learned from. Even as he takes this next step in his life's journey, he continues to share and celebrate his experiences with the rest of us. He is a role model that everyone can learn from ...

From NAPS new web site at http://naps.ca  

New NAPS Chief of Police

The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service board is pleased to announce the appointment of Deputy Chief of Police John C. Domm to the position of Chief of Police.

ANISHINAABE OUTREACH OFFICER

Full-time, permanent position in the Staff Bargaining Unit

Minimum Qualifications:
• Undergraduate degree in related field; 2 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of First Nations and Aboriginal culture is required
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

The army is sending a company of soldiers into KI territory next week along with teams of Canadian Rangers from the north. As well, even more soldiers and equipment will get to travel to California for other exercises. These recruitment and exploration strategies continue to encourage young people from poor regions across Canada to leave their communities creating a hope for something different for recruits. At least the army does not seem to be short of money as the rest of the country's economy continues its downward slide.

NAN press release 

NAN fears changes to Navigable Waters Protection Act threatens First Nations' livelihood

     THUNDER BAY, ON, Feb. 25 /CNW/ - Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Stan Beardy fears impending changes to the Navigable Waterways Protection Act (NWPA) under consideration by the Government of Canada threatens First Nations who have relied upon navigable waterways to sustain their livelihood for centuries.

Governance and Economic Development Conference

March 31 & April 1, 2009
Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay

As part of our regional economic plan and developing good governance in our communities, the Matawa First Nations will be co-hosting a conference with the Nishnawbe-Aski Development Fund on Governance and Economic Development.  
 

Union of Ontario Indians press release 

First Nation communities take a green step forward

    A focus on 'Duty to consult' opens the door to poverty reduction and economic development for First Nation communities throughout Ontario

    TORONTO, Feb. 24 /CNW/ - Serpent River First Nation citizens, Chief, council and Elders were present yesterday as George Smitherman, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, introduced the Ministry's Green Energy Act (GEA) to the Ontario legislature on behalf of the his government.

Ontario government press release 

Improving Education for Aboriginal Students - McGuinty Government Building Stronger Relationships with Aboriginal Communities

TORONTO, Feb. 24

    The Ontario government and First Nation, Métis and Inuit organizations are working together to achieve better outcomes for Aboriginal students at all levels of learning.