Aboriginal Peoples

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  1. Today the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, was in Yellowknife to highlight Budget 2023: A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future and investments to make life more affordable.
  2. Please be advised that the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and the Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, will host an event at Aspen Apartments to highlight federal budget investments in a Strong Middle Class, an Affordable Economy, and a Healthy Future.
  3. Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, congratulated the organizations on their new partnership, which is supported by Nutrition North Canada (NNC), a Government of Canada program that helps make nutritious food more affordable and accessible in northern and isolated communities and strengthens access to traditional foods and sharing networks.
  4. Today, at a ceremony in Enderby, British Columbia, Kukpi7 (Chief) Doug Thomas of Splatsin; the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Indigenous Services; and the Honourable Mitzi Dean, BC Minister of Children and Family Development; celebrated the signing of the first coordination agreement in British Columbia, pursuant to the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit, Métis children, youth and families.
  5. Tuberculosis (TB) outbreaks continue to be an unfortunate and unnecessary reality in Inuit Nunangat.
  6. Today, Kúkpi7 (Chief) Rosanne Casimir of the Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Colleen Erickson, Board Chair of the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), are pleased to jointly announce $12.5 million in federal funding towards the construction of a new healing centre at Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc.
  7. Today, C.T. (Manny) Jules, Chief Commissioner of the First Nations Tax Commission Harold Calla, Executive Chair of the First Nations Financial Management Board; Ernie Daniels, President and CEO of the First Nations Finance Authority; Allan Claxton, Chair of the First Nations Infrastructure Institute Development Board; and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations; announced new proposed amendments to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, which were introduced in Parliament on March 23, 2023.
  8. Today, C.T. (Manny) Jules, Chief Commissioner of the First Nations Tax Commission Harold Calla, Executive Chair of the First Nations Financial Management Board; Ernie Daniels, President and CEO of the First Nations Finance Authority; Allan Claxton, Chair of the First Nations Infrastructure Institute Development Board; and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations; announced new proposed amendments to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, which were introduced in Parliament on March 23, 2023.
  9. The $23-million Inuit Impact and Benefit Agreement will help to establish the first Inuit-led national historic site in Nunavut.
  10. Wrecks of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror National Historic Site -Inuit Impact and Benefit Agreement signed between Government of Canada and Kitikmeot Inuit Association
  11. Today, on World Water Day, I join people from around the globe to highlight the importance of water in its many forms for human life, health and vitality.
  12. Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will join Kukpi7 (Chief) Doug Thomas of Splatsin, and the Honourable Mitzi Dean, British Columbia Minister of Children and Family Development, to celebrate the signing of the first coordination agreement in British Columbia to support the well-being of First Nations children.
  13. Priority projects along the waterway to focus on repairs and upgrades to dams and locks
  14. Federal Infrastructure Investment Projects 2023 Trent-Severn Waterway (TSW) National Historic Site Northern Projects Bundle and Kirkfield Lift Lock
  15. Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will join Kúkpi7 Rosanne Casimir of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and Colleen Erickson, Chair of the Board of Directors of the First Nations Health Authority, for a funding announcement at Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc.
  16. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination from federal ministers [of Indigenous Services and FedNor; Crown–Indigenous Relations; and Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor].
  17. Today, the Honorable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced the launch of a study on the potential effects of development projects adjacent to the Rouge National Urban Park.
  18. Today, the Innu communities of Ekuanitshit, Essipit, Pessamit, the Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation, Pakua Shipi, Uashat mak Mani-utenam, Matimekush-Lac John, Nutashkuan, and Unamen Shipu, under the umbrella of the Société en commandite Apuiat (S.E.C. Apuiat) in collaboration with Boralex and with the contribution of Indigenous Services Canada, announce the development of a major 200-MW wind farm.
  19. Today, Chief Byron Louis of the Okanagan Indian Band and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, announced that Canada and the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) have reached an innovative agreement whereby Canada will make an advance payment of $30 million to the Band to be applied against the anticipated settlement of the Colonial Reserve IR 1 Specific Claim.
  20. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, announced that the Government of Canada has opened a call for proposals to support the redesign of the Additions to Reserve (ATR) Policy.
  21. Biigtigong Nishnaabeg held celebrations today to formally announce the construction of a new raw water intake and treatment plant.
  22. Today, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg hosted celebrations for the signing of the Community Benefits Agreement related to the Marathon Palladium Project, a proposed palladium mine located 10 kilometres from Marathon, Ontario and 9.3 km upstream from Biigtigong Nishnaabeg territory along the banks of the culturally important Biigtigig Zibi.
  23. Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor will join Chief Duncan Michano and partners in Biigtigong Nishnaabeg to celebrate the signing of a Community Benefit Agreement, and announce funding for a new cultural centre and water treatment plant.
  24. Over $5.8 million for 14 organizations to enhance tourism experiences across Sasaktchewan
  25. PrairiesCan is providing over $5.8 million to support 14 tourism projects located in communities across Saskatchewan
  26. Across the country, Indigenous-led clean energy projects are growing local economies and creating good jobs, all while fighting climate change.
  27. Minister Boissonnault to announce federal investments for projects across Saskatchewan to support tourism experiences
  28. Home to the world’s longest coastline and bordering three oceans, Canada produces some of the highest-quality seafood in the world. With rigorous standards for sustainability, conservation and food safety, our premium fish and seafood continues to be prized around the world. In 2022, Canadians worked hard to export over $8 billion worth of fish and seafood to 112 countries.
  29. Rising food prices and operating costs are a reality across Canada and are significantly impacting northern and isolated communities' purchasing power.
  30. Indigenous Peoples are stewards of their lands and waters and sustainable hunting and harvesting is a key part of life in Nunavut communities.
  31. PrairiesCan funding of more than $3.7 million for City of Edmonton facilities and initiatives will improve city attractions and support activities for residents and visitors.
  32. Canada welcomes the Federal Court approval of the Gottfriedson Band class settlement agreement.
  33. The Government of Canada is continuing to support businesses and organizations that contribute to a strong and sustainable economy across the North and Arctic.
  34. Minister Boissonnault to announce federal support for Edmonton’s tourism economy
  35. Please be advised that the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, will make an announcement regarding Nutrition North Canada’s Harvesters Support Grant and Community Food Programs Fund agreements.
  36. Canada’s Procurement Ombudsman will host the Diversifying the Federal Supply Chain Summit on April 4 and 5, 2023. The Summit will feature public and private sector programs that help small businesses and businesses led by Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized Canadians, women, 2SLGBTQI+ Canadians, persons with disabilities and other underrepresented groups obtain federal government contracts.
  37. Government of Canada invests close to $100,000 to support Invest Canada North at #PDAC2023 @GCCanNor @GovCanNorth
  38. #Ugpi’ganjig #FirstNation (NB) and #GoC announce housing projects and the addition of 56.14 acres to the Nation’s reserve to support housing needs in the community. @GCIndigenous
  39. CANCELLED – Minister Boissonnault to announce federal support for Edmonton’s tourism economy
  40. Consultation draft shared and next steps underway toward proposed new First Nations drinking water and wastewater legislation @GCIndigenous
  41. As part of the Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Class Action Settlement Agreement finalized in 2021, Canada has committed to making all reasonable efforts to develop and introduce proposed legislation, in consultation with First Nations, to replace the repealed 2013 Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act.
  42. Ugpi’ganjig First Nation and Canada to announce a new Addition to Reserve and housing to support future residential development
  43. Government of Canada invests over $498,000 to support the development of the Sundog Business Park in Hay River, Northwest Territories #GoC #CanNor #NWT @GCCanNor @GovCanNorth
  44. Modern Treaty leaders and Canada launch co-developed policy to transform intergovernmental partnerships @GCIndigenous
  45. Modern Treaties are concluded with Indigenous Nations, partners, organizations, the Crown, and provincial/territorial governments as signatories. They provide clarity and predictability with respect to land rights, ownership, resource management, and the rights defined in them are constitutionally protected under section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982.
  46. Government of Canada invests $1 million in the winter fishery in the Northwest Territories #GoC #CanNor #NWT @GCCanNor @GovCanNorth
  47. Last week, Chief Sydney Halcrow of the Kapawe’no First Nation and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, announced the settlement agreement regarding the Kapawe’no First Nation’s Treaty 8 Agricultural Benefits specific claim.
  48. PrairiesCan funding, of over $17.8 million, will support 50 organizations to enhance tourism experiences, events and attractions across Alberta
  49. PrairiesCan funding, of over $17.8 million, will support 50 organizations to enhance tourism experiences, events and attractions across Alberta
  50. Building more diverse and inclusive workplaces makes Canada’s workforce stronger.