Community News
Over 130 First Nations chiefs sign declaration banning crude oil exports on traditional territories
January 29, 2012 - 11:02am | by brianbeatonFirst Nations poverty a Canadian embarrassment requiring immediate action by government
January 29, 2012 - 9:26am | by brianbeatonFederal Indian Act chains First Nations and the people to the government for their entire lives
January 29, 2012 - 9:16am | by brianbeatonMatawa First Nations present proposal to address prescription drug abuse in their communities
January 28, 2012 - 12:03pm | by brianbeatonBC First Nations Education System created with Tripartite Education Framework Agreement
January 27, 2012 - 7:38pm | by brianbeaton
NAPS requesting new design for First Nation police cruisers with a $1000 for winning submission
January 26, 2012 - 10:07pm | by brianbeaton
POLICE CHIEF SEEKING NEW CRUISER DESIGN !
NISHNAWBE-ASKI POLICE SERVICE
Contest open to all Nishnawbe-Aski Police officers, civilians, and Nishnawbe-Aski First Nation community members, and partner organizations.
Criteria:
The Chief of Police is announcing a competition to re-design the Service’s police vehicle. The new image should look appealing, sharp and modern.
Developments in Kasabonika First Nation require adequate electrical and waste-water facilities
January 26, 2012 - 7:01am | by brianbeatonTreaties must be the foundation in effort to renew the First Nations-Crown relationship
January 25, 2012 - 9:51pm | by brianbeaton
CHIEFS OF ONTARIO press release
Treaties must be the foundation in effort to renew the First Nations-Crown relationship
TORONTO, Jan. 25, 2012 /CNW/ - Yesterday, in Ottawa, a selection of First Nations leaders from across Canada met with Prime Minister Harper and members of his cabinet to discuss the state of the First Nations-Crown relationship and to consider options for improving the economic and social conditions of First Nations.
Cat Lake First Nation declares a state of emergency due to prescription drug abuse
January 24, 2012 - 9:00pm | by brianbeatonCat Lake First Nation press release
CAT LAKE FIRST NATION DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO PRESCRIPTION DRUG ABUSE
January 23, 2012
Cat Lake, ON ‐ Chief Matthew Keewaykapow, of Cat Lake First Nation, Ontario has declared a State of Emergency to federal and provincial officials due to the widespread use of prescription drugs in the community. Band officials and health staff estimate an approximate prescription drug abuse rate of seventy percent (70%) of their youth and adult membership on‐reserve.
First Nations summit reports vary in presenting challenges facing leaders and communities
January 24, 2012 - 8:19pm | by brianbeatonFrom the Prime Minister's Web Site
