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First Nations in Ontario eligible for Food Strategy and Security program at Trillium Foundation
December 11, 2013 - 10:07am | by brianbeatonFood security advocates aim to help First Nation communities
Dec 11, 2013
Assembly of First Nations National Chief opening address to First Nation Chiefs calls for action
December 10, 2013 - 11:33am | by brianbeatonAFN National Chief Shawn Atleo gives an impressive and emotional opening address to the chiefs at their annual assembly ....
WATCH IT HERE ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5ThyvYtkLs
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Alberta First Nation fighting oilsands gets support from Neil Young for benefit concerts
December 9, 2013 - 3:38pm | by brianbeaton
Former AFN National Chief Phil Fontaine hired by pipeline corporation to work with First Nations
December 9, 2013 - 3:25pm | by brianbeatonTransCanada 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"
December 9, 2013 - 11:42am | by brianbeatonIs it a good time to be 'Indian?'
Connie Walker introduces new CBC Aboriginal website
By Connie Walker,Dec 09, 2013 12:55 AM ET
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First Nations from Across Canada gathering in Gatineau for AFN Special Chiefs Assembly
December 7, 2013 - 10:05am | by brianbeatonAFN press release
First Nations from Across Canada to Gather in Gatineau for AFN Special Chiefs Assembly
Nelson Mandela, a man of the people who lead, fought for freedom, went to jail, and lived to 95!
December 6, 2013 - 11:26am | by brianbeatonNelson Mandela: World leaders pay tribute
"A great light has gone out in the world," British PM says
Dec 05, 2013
"Forging Partnerships, Building Relationships" report to government on working with First Nations
December 5, 2013 - 3:21pm | by brianbeatonAFN 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
December 5, 2013 - 9:41am | by brianbeatonAFN 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.
Song written by Charlie Angus about "Clearing the Plains" - the straving of First Nations for railway
December 4, 2013 - 9:18am | by brianbeaton