Aboriginal Peoples

1. Minister Anandasangaree and President Obed to announce steps toward ensuring Inuit voices guide federal decisions

   Please be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and Natan Obed, President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, will announce progress on the Inuit Nunangat Policy to ensure Inuit voices guide federal decisions.

2. Backgrounder: Minister Duguid announces federal investments to secure affordable transportation in the North, and strengthen trade opportunities for Canada

   Backgrounder: Minister Duguid announces federal investments to secure affordable transportation in the North, and strengthen trade opportunities for Canada

3. Minister Duguid announces federal investments to secure affordable transportation in the North, and strengthen trade opportunities for Canada

   Northern Manitoba is moving forward to become a global hub for trade in critical minerals. The Government of Canada is providing $45,384,634 to maintain rail connectivity and advance Indigenous economic reconciliation in Manitoba.

4. Minister Anandasangaree to announce an investment to support Indigenous and community-based food solutions in the North and Inuit Nunangat

   The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will announce support to strengthen community food resiliency and diversify economic growth across the North.

5. Minister Anandasangaree announces $6 M investment to strengthen energy security in Nunavut

   The Government of Canada is investing up to $6 million in the Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Project to strengthen energy security in Nunavut.

6. Minister Duguid announces federal investments to secure affordable transportation in the north, and strengthen trade opportunities for Canada

   The Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan will make a significant federal funding announcement that will enhance northern transportation, global trade, business development, Manitoba’s critical minerals industry, training and economic reconciliation.

7. Minister Anandasangaree to announce funding to strengthen energy security in Nunavut

   The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will announce support for the Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Project to examine the feasibility of the construction of a waterpower project near Iqaluit.

8. Co-chairs call for and commit to more for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people in Canada

   Today, we are united in our message to every Indigenous woman, girl and 2SLGBTQI+ person in this country: You matter. You deserve to live in a country where you are honoured, respected, and protected.

9. Parks Canada contributes another $1.3 million for ecological corridor work in Canada

   Projects in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia will improve ecological connectivity and help private land stewards, partners, and Indigenous governments voluntarily conserve 300 acres of land.

10. The ecological corridor projects selected for funding across Canada by province

    The ecological corridor projects selected for funding across Canada by province.

11. Zhiibaahaasing First Nation celebrates groundbreaking of new water treatment plant and distribution system upgrades

    Zhiibaahaasing First Nation Chief Irene Sagon Kells and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, are excited to mark the official groundbreaking of the community's new water treatment plant and major upgrades to its water distribution system.

12. Poplar Hill First Nation and Government of Canada celebrate community's connection to clean and reliable energy through Indigenous-led Wataynikaneyap Power project

    Today, the Poplar Hill First Nation is joined by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, to celebrate the community's connection to the Ontario power grid, marking an end to their community's reliance on expensive, emissions-intensive diesel-generated electricity.

13. Minister Anandasangaree to announce steps toward combatting human trafficking

    Members of the media are invited to an announcement about combatting human trafficking with the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety.

14. Co-chairs to provide opening remarks at third annual National Indigenous-Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ People

    Hilda Anderson-Pyrz, Chair of the National Family and Survivors Circle Inc., the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, and the Honourable Dr. Lyne Chantal Boudreau, New Brunswick's Minister responsible for Women's Equality and Seniors, will provide opening remarks at the third annual National Indigenous-Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ People.

15. Government of Canada recognizes the D. A. Gillies Building as a place of national historic significance

    The D. A. Gillies Building is a lasting example of “Dominion Style” post office buildings.

16. Governments of Canada and Yukon announce funding to support private investment in Yukon businesses

    Small- and medium-sized businesses are key drivers of innovation and opportunity in their communities.

17. Government of Canada Announces Intent to significantly expand Rouge National Urban Park

    Consultations to begin on potential for transfer of Pickering Lands from Transport Canada to Parks Canada boosting conservation efforts, alongside a brand-new park visitor centre.

18. Government of Canada to make two significant announcements, related to Pickering Lands and to Rouge National Urban Park

    Government of Canada to make two significant announcements, related to Pickering Lands and to Rouge National Urban Park.

19. Canada and Yukon to announce funding to advance private capital investments in Yukon businesses

    Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and Yukon Premier and Minister of Economic Development Ranj Pillai will announce support for the Yukon Venture Angels to build a private capital ecosystem in the Yukon.

20. The Indigenous Advisory Circle (IAC) for Banff National Park completes Ceremonial Bison Harvest for 2024

    The Indigenous Advisory Circle (IAC) for Banff National Park completes Ceremonial Bison Harvest for 2024

21. Government of Canada designates the Dominion Observatory Complex as a national historic site 

    This outstanding collection of surviving early 20th-century scientific buildings supported research across the country.

22. Polar Knowledge Canada opens Whitehorse, Yukon office to support Northern research

    Polar Knowledge Canada today announced the opening of a new office in Whitehorse, Yukon, at the Elijah Smith Building at 300 Main Street. This office is the first Northern hub of the Canadian High Arctic Research Station.

23. Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, and Canada to negotiate a Final Agreement putting children and families first

    Canada cannot determine what is best for First Nation children, but does have an important role in undoing injustices and supporting First Nation families.

24. Ministers Anandasangaree, Hajdu, St-Onge, Senator McCallum, and Parliamentary Secretary Atwin issue a statement of support on National Ribbon Skirt Day

    The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs; the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services; the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage; the Honourable Senator Mary Jane McCallum; and Member of Parliament Jenica Atwin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services issued the following statement

25. Celebrating Five Years of Indigenous-led Child and Family Services Law

    Five years ago, on January 1, 2020, Bill C-92, An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families (the Act), came into effect, undoing past harms and affirming the inherent rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples to exercise jurisdiction over child and family services.

26. Coming into force, Tsq̓éscen̓ First Nation's child wellbeing law, T'k̓wenm7íple7tens re Kíkwe

    T'k̓wenm7íple7tens re Kíkwe is a result of decades of work by Tsq̓éscen̓ leadership, staff, and community, with advice and guidance from Tsq̓éscen̓'s Elders and traditional knowledge keepers.

27. Statement by Minister Hajdu on  Jordan’s Principle

    Since 2016, nearly $8.8 billion has been announced for Jordan’s Principle to meet health, social, and education needs of First Nations children, taking into account their distinct circumstances, needs and experiences. More than 8.2 million products, services and supports have been approved under Jordan's Principle since 2016. We have worked to develop operations to meet the growing volume of requests. We are reviewing our processes at regional and national levels to be more consistent and clearer on the required documentation and the services First Nations children can access through Jordan’s Principle.

28. Polar Knowledge Canada announces recipient of the 2024 Northern Science Award.

    Polar Knowledge Canada is proud to honour the Aklavik Hunters & Trappers Committee as the recipient of the 2024 Northern Science Award.

29. CORRECTION: Ethel Catherwood, first Canadian woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal in track and field honoured

    Ethel Catherwood, first Canadian woman to win an Olympic gold medal in track and field honoured.

30. Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Management Plan Tabled in Parliament

    The plan contributes to preserving our nation’s heritage and connecting Canadians to history in Unama’ki-Cape Breton.

31. Commission renews Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Ltd.’s decommissioning licence for Whiteshell Laboratories

    Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to renew the decommissioning licence held by Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Ltd. for a 3-year period for its Whiteshell Laboratories site.

32. Minister Anandasangaree highlights the government’s tax break for all Canadians and new Working Canadians Benefit

    Today in Scarborough, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, met with Canadians to highlight the government’s plan to put more money in Canadians’ pockets.

33. Statement by Minister Anandasangaree, Minister Vandal, Minister Hajdu, and Minister Virani on the Ninth Anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report

    This year, as we mark the ninth anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s (TRC) Final Report, we remember and honour the legacy of the Honourable Murray Sinclair — the esteemed Chief Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, who passed away in November.

34. Fort Langley National Historic Site Management Plan Tabled in Parliament

    Plan contributes to preserving our nation’s heritage and connecting Canadians to history in Coastal British Columbia.

35. Minister Vandal announces appointment of key Nutrition North Canada Advisory Board members

    Today, while at the Nutrition North Canada Research Symposium in Ottawa, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs welcomed Mr. McKinley Winters to the position of Chair of the Nutrition North Canada Advisory Board and Ms. Mavis Cli-Michaud as a board member for a three year term.

36. Minister Anandasangaree to announce tax break for all Canadians

    The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will make an announcement that will put more money in your pocket, so you can buy the things you need and save for the things you want.

37. Call for Proposals for Indigenous-led Options for Solutions for the Second-Generation Cut-Off and Section 10 Voting Thresholds

    Today’s announcement marks a meaningful step towards comprehensive reform that moves beyond the Indian Act, guided by First Nations, Rights-Holders and impacted individuals.

38. The Canadian Coast Guard completes 2024 Arctic operational season

    The Canadian Coast Guard successfully completed its 2024 Arctic operational season, which provides essential services to Canada’s Arctic communities.

39. Roadway infrastructure upgrades in the iconic Lake Louise area improve the visitor experience and support connectivity for wildlife

    Government of Canada invested approximately $12 million on critical repairs and improvements to high use roadways in the Lake Louise area.

40. BACKGROUNDER Lake Louise Roadway Infrastructure Completion - Banff National Park

    Backgrounder

41. NICHI announces Québec recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Québec.

42. New Management Plan for the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site approved

    Plan contributes to preserving our nation’s cultural heritage and connecting Canadians to history in Coastal British Columbia.

43. Liard First Nation Celebrates Opening Elders Housing Complex in Watson Lake: Strengthening Community Connections

    Liard First Nation and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) are proud to announce the completion and opening of the new Elders Housing Complex in Watson Lake, Yukon. This nine-unit facility will play a key role in addressing the housing needs of Liard First Nation Elders, providing them with a safe and independent living environment that honours their contributions to the Nation.

44. Elders Housing Complex – Watson Lake

    The Elders Housing Complex project in Watson Lake is the result of a collaborative effort between Liard First Nation, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), and the Government of Yukon. This initiative aims to provide culturally appropriate housing for Elders, recognizing their essential role in preserving the knowledge and traditions of Liard First Nation.

45. Ross River Dena Council, the Government of Yukon, and Parks Canada sign a Memorandum of Understanding to assess the feasibility of establishing a new protected area in the Yukon

    The Memorandum of Understanding confirms a shared commitment to assess the feasibility of establishing a co-managed protected area in the Yukon.

46. Government of Canada recognizes munitions production at Defence Industries Limited factories as an event of national historic significance

    The production of munitions during the Second World War at Defence Industries Limited (DIL) factories in Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec, made a major contribution to Canada’s war effort.

47. Government of Canada provides funding to Garden River First Nation, Mississauga First Nation, and Thessalon First Nation to share Indigenous stories at Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site

    Government of Canada provides funding to Garden River First Nation, Mississauga First Nation, and Thessalon First Nation to share Indigenous stories at Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site.

48. Yukon First Nations leaders, Government of Yukon, and Government of Canada meet at Intergovernmental Forum in Ottawa

    Today, leaders representing Yukon First Nations, the Government of Yukon, and the Government of Canada convened at the Intergovernmental Forum in Ottawa to advance common priorities, including a discussion on proposed collaborative approaches to funding the implementation of First Nations Final and Self-Government Agreements developed by Canada and Modern Treaty Partners.

49. Manitoba Métis Federation and Canada sign first-of-its-kind Self-Government Treaty

    Today, David Chartrand, President of the Manitoba Métis Federation, Government of the Red River Métis and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations announced that they have signed the Red River Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Treaty. This Self-Government Treaty affirms and builds on previous work with the Manitoba Métis Federation in 2021.

50. Minister Anandasangaree and President Chartrand to sign a historic Self-government Treaty

    Please be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and David Chartrand, President of the Manitoba Métis Federation, National Government of the Red River Métis, will participate in the Red River Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Treaty signing ceremony in Winnipeg.