Community News
Webequie First Nation establish requirements for mining activities on their lands
June 11, 2012 - 5:10pm | by brianbeatonFirst Nation wants to slow the pace of mining activities
Fourth Anniversary of Residential Schools Apology requires immediate Call to Action
June 11, 2012 - 11:33am | by brianbeatonAFN Press Release
National Chief Marks Anniversary of Residential Schools Apology with Call to Action
OTTAWA, June 11, 2012 /CNW/ - On the fourth anniversary of Parliament's Apology for the Indian residential school system, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo continues his call for action now to achieve the change required for reconciliation.
Grand Council Chief Madahbee acclaimed at annual general assembly of Anishinabek Nation
June 10, 2012 - 4:48pm | by brianbeatonMadahbee acclaimed
June 6, 2012
SHEGUIANDAH, FN -- Patrick Madahbee accepted his acclamation to a second consecutive term as Grand Council Chief at the opening of the annual general assembly of Anishinabek Nation chiefs Tuesday.
I've still got fight in me," Madahbee told leaders of 39 Anishinabek First Nations. Madahbee, former chief of Aundeck Omni Kaning, was also elected Grand Council Chief in 1980.
Cabinet minister ignoring Constitution and creating confrontation with First Nations
June 9, 2012 - 3:40pm | by brianbeatonKIHS hosting online graduation celebration with First Nation graduates and families
June 7, 2012 - 12:19pm | by brianbeatonWhat a special day it is for First Nation students that make the choice to stay in their home communities to complete their High School program and finally see their dream realized!
There are 10 students graduating with their Grade 12 diploma this year from the Keewaytinook Internet High School (http://kihs.knet.ca).
These students have all made the choice to remain in their home communities to be with their families and do the work required to successfully complete their High School course requirements!
Indian Residential School legacy continuing to haunt First Nation families and communities
June 6, 2012 - 9:55pm | by brianbeatonIndian Act Amendment and Replacement Act bill introduced by Conservative MP
June 5, 2012 - 9:50pm | by brianbeatonBill overhauls Indian Act - Tory backbencher introduces law
By: Mia Rabson - June 5, 2012
OTTAWA -- A Conservative backbencher from Saskatchewan introduced a bill Monday that could eventually replace the Indian Act.
First Nations to be impacted by social assistance cuts by Ontario government
June 4, 2012 - 7:11pm | by brianbeatonCOO Press Release
First Nations in Ontario to be impacted by social assistance cuts
TORONTO, June 4, 2012 /CNW/ - Proposed changes to social assistance funding in the 2012 Ontario budget will cause First Nation communities to slide further into cycles of poverty and dependency, and First Nation Leadership in Ontario are demanding action before it's too late.
Impacts of mercury poison at Grassy Narrows First Nation being ignored by government
June 4, 2012 - 7:06pm | by brianbeatonFrom Kenora Daily Miner and News
River Run flows to Toronto: Impacts of mercury poison at Grassy Narrows First Nation not recognized by government
By Jon Thompson - June 4, 2012
Community Resilience viewed as essential value by northerners for their communities to thrive
June 3, 2012 - 6:18pm | by brianbeatonPress Release
Community Resilience is a Security Priority for Northern Canadians
Iqaluit, May 28, 2012-Northern Canadians generally view their community as the focal point of security. The main objective is to meet basic community needs at the local level. A Conference Board of Canada report published by the Centre for the North outlines the concept of community resilience - which Northerners deem as essential for their communities to thrive.
