Aboriginal Peoples
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Government of Canada honours national historic significance of the 1972 Summit Series
This unveiling completes an HSMBC hat trick, with the series receiving its third HSMBC plaque. -
MP McLeod announces $15 million to Indigenous governments and organizations affected by 2023 wildfires
MP McLeod announces $15 million to Indigenous governments and organizations in the Northwest Territories affected by 2023 wildfires -
The Nation Micmac de Gespeg and Government of Canada to announce the signing of an agreement concerning Forillon National Park
The Nation Micmac de Gespeg and Government of Canada to announce the signing of an agreement concerning Forillon National Park. -
Government of Canada tabled its response to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts report on emergency management in First Nations communities
On March 22, 2024, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, tabled the Government of Canada’s response to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Public Accounts’ report titled Report 8, Emergency Management in First Nations communities – Indigenous Services Canada, of the 2022 Reports 5 to 8 of the Auditor General of Canada. In doing so, Minister Hajdu tabled actions the government will take to implement the recommendations, in partnership with First Nations. -
Caldwell First Nation and Parks Canada reach agreement to explore shared governance of the proposed national urban park in Windsor
Caldwell First Nation and Parks Canada reach agreement to explore shared governance of the proposed national urban park in Windsor. -
First Indigenous Youth Centre in Calgary to Begin Construction
Today the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY), a Calgary-based, Indigenous-led not-for-profit organization, celebrated the groundbreaking of the start of construction for the youth centre, and a significant step towards supporting a vision of success for Indigenous youth now and for future generations. -
The Government of Canada to announce supports to Indigenous governments and organizations of the Northwest Territories affected by the 2023 wildfires
The Government of Canada to announce supports to Indigenous governments and organizations of the Northwest Territories affected by the 2023 wildfires -
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and Indigenous Services Canada Working to Eliminate Tuberculosis in Inuit Nunangat by 2030
TB disproportionately affects Inuit and Inuit communities. Between 2015 and 2019, the reported incidence rate of active TB disease among Inuit living in Inuit Nunangat was 300 times the rate among the Canadian-born, non-Indigenous population. -
The Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY) and Indigenous Services Canada to celebrate the groundbreaking of the first Indigenous Youth Centre in Calgary
Please be advised that the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY) and Member of Parliament George Chahal, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will celebrate the groundbreaking of the start of construction of the first Indigenous Youth Centre in Calgary. -
Governments of Canada and Alberta officially designate Alberta section of the North Saskatchewan River as a Canadian Heritage River
The entire section of the river flowing in Alberta is now designated under the Canadian Heritage River System. -
Statement on World Water Day 2024 – Water for Peace
Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement -
Minister Vandal announces federal funding towards Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link to advance clean energy transition and broadband service delivery to the Kivalliq region of Nunavut
Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, CanNor and PrairiesCan, announced in a keynote address to the Arctic Energy and Resource Symposium that Nukik Corporation is receiving an additional $2.8 million in funding from Canada’s Northern REACHE Program to advance the Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link project to the next phase of development. -
Indigenous Services Canada and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation further commit to improve First Nations housing
Having a safe home is essential to supporting First Nations in building the lives they want for themselves, their families, and their communities. We know that there is more work to be done so that all First Nations have access to quality, affordable housing. -
Nunatsiavut Government and Government of Canada take major step forward toward establishing Inuit Protected Area along the northern coast of Labrador
Once established, the new protected area will conserve more than 16,700 square kilometres of the Labrador Shelf Marine Region. -
English River First Nation and the Government of Canada sign agreement on Canada’s failure to uphold the cows and ploughs promise in Treaty 10
The Government of Canada is working to renew the relationships between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. -
Minister Vandal announces federal funding to enhance Alberta’s Indigenous tourism economy
PrairiesCan funding of $4 million will bolster the ability of Indigenous Tourism Alberta to draw more visitors to authentic Indigenous experiences, events and attractions across the province -
DFO shares information on changing ocean conditions and impacts on Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence Shrimp
Fisheries and Oceans Canada will hold virtual technical briefings on changing ocean conditions and impacts on Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence Shrimp. -
Canada Congratulates Little Native Hockey League on its 50th Annual Tournament
We are pleased to support the 50th annual Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) tournament by providing $100,000 so First Nation youth, families, and team staff can participate in the week-long activities. -
Fort McKay First Nation Oil Sands Regulations amendments advance economic reconciliation in Alberta
Fort McKay First Nation received an Addition to Reserve lands, which included oil sands deposits, as part of a 2004 Treaty Land Entitlement Settlement Agreement. -
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation and Canada move forward on reconciliation as Treaty Partners
Addressing the harms suffered by Survivors, their families and communities is at the heart of reconciliation and is essential to renewing and building relationships with Indigenous partners, communities, and governments in Canada. -
Cape Breton organizations receive federal investment to recover, repair and rebuild post-Hurricane Fiona
When Hurricane Fiona wreaked havoc on cities and towns along the Atlantic coast, the Government of Canada responded quickly with programs designed to help the region with long-term recovery efforts and adaptations to help businesses and communities recover, restore and rebuild for the future. -
Standing Buffalo and Canada sign roadmap to advance reconciliation and rebuild their relationship
Today, Chief Rodger Redman of Standing Buffalo Dakota First Nation (“Standing Buffalo”) and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, announced that the parties have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for Advancing Reconciliation that determines how the parties will work together on shared solutions to deliver results on community priorities. -
Minister Vandal announces federal investment to accelerate Manitoba’s green advantage through small- and medium-sized enterprises
Over $1.6 million of PrairiesCan funding to support SMEs and grow the Green Economy in Manitoba -
Duncan’s First Nation celebrates the opening of a new water treatment plant
Duncan’s First Nation, a close-knit community in northern Alberta, recently celebrated the opening of their new water treatment plant, ensuring safe, clean, and reliable drinking water for the community now and for future generations. -
Minister Vandal to announce federal investment to accelerate Manitoba’s green economy
The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface – Saint Vital, will announce federal support to assist small- and medium-sized enterprises to meet the growing demand for green and sustainable products. -
Minister Boissonnault announces funding to make post-secondary education more affordable for Indigenous youth
When young people have access to the supports needed to complete their studies and achieve their career goals, then communities, the economy and all of Canada thrive. That is why the Government of Canada continues to make meaningful investments in youth through its comprehensive array of youth programming. -
New co-developed Consultation Protocol between Kitselas First Nation and Canada that will strengthen the stewardship of Kitselas Territory
Today, Chief Glenn Bennett of Kitselas First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, celebrated the signing of a Consultation Protocol -
Thirty-three homes nearing completion in Yukon First Nations
Liard First Nation, Ross River Dena Council, and the White River First Nation have constructed 33 new homes and refurbished an additional four homes with funding from Indigenous Services Canada. -
Premier Kinew and Minister Vandal announce support for the Arctic Gateway Group in northern Manitoba
PrairiesCan and Provincial funding supports the ongoing maintenance and operation of the Hudson Bay Railway. -
Housing announcement for Yukon First Nations communities
Please be advised that Chief Stephen Charlie of Liard First Nation, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, will make a housing announcement for three Yukon First Nations communities. -
The Government of Canada invests in Indigenous communities to enhance community-based marine response capacity as part of the Oceans Protection Plan
The Government of Canada is working in partnership with Indigenous communities across the country to improve safety on the water through the Oceans Protection Plan. Indigenous communities are often the first to respond to marine incidents in remote areas and are an instrumental partner in our search and rescue system. -
Okanagan Indian Band celebrates groundbreaking for new Cultural Immersion School
The Government of Canada is working in partnership with Indigenous communities to help establish educational institutions that will deliver quality, culturally appropriate programs and services for children. -
Kitselas First Nation and Canada to celebrate the signing of a new agreement
Chief Glenn Bennett of the Kitselas First Nation, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will celebrate the signing of a co-developed Consultation Protocol. -
Government of Canada and Mushkegowuk Council successfully complete feasibility assessment and take a major step toward officially protecting western James Bay and southwestern Hudson Bay
Proposed national marine conservation area spans 86,000 km2 and is home to Omushkego Cree and iconic Canadian species. -
Premier Kinew and Minister Vandal announce support for the Arctic Gateway Group in northern Manitoba
The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface – Saint Vital, and the Honourable Wab Kinew, Premier of Manitoba will announce support to the Arctic Gateway Group for the ongoing maintenance and operation of the Hudson Bay Railway. -
Matsqui First Nation to receive more than $59 million in effort to address past wrong
The Government of Canada is working to renew the relationships with Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. -
Lake Babine Nation and Canada to make a funding announcement
Lake Babine Nation and Canada to make a funding announcement -
Matsqui First Nation and Canada to make an announcement on an important settlement
Matsqui First Nation and Canada to make an announcement on an important settlement -
Statement by Minister Hajdu on the shortening of the winter road seasons
While we work closely with First Nations and provincial partners for this year’s winter road season, we are also having discussions on multiple long-term solutions such as building of all season-roads. -
MP McLeod announces an investment supporting finished diamond polishing in the Northwest Territories
Today, Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing $99,999 towards Diamonds de Canada Ltd.’s purchase of a CT scanner-equipped Synova laser diamond cutting machine, which assists this NWT-based business in offering finished diamonds from raw diamonds mined in the territory, and help maximize the economic benefits this sector can give Northerners by keeping advanced stages of diamond refinement within the Northwest Territories. -
Ministers Anandasangaree, Vandal, Hajdu, and Ien’s statement of support on the 33rd anniversary of the Women’s Memorial March
Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor; the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, Minister responsible for FedNor; and the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement -
The Supreme Court of Canada confirms the validity of An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families
The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, and the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, issued the following statement today. -
Indigenous leaders, banking executives, and government collaborate at economic reconciliation roundtable
Yesterday, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, convened an economic reconciliation roundtable between Indigenous leaders from National Indigenous Organizations and national Indigenous economic institutions, executives from Canada’s banks and the financial sector, and federal Ministers and senior officials to discuss shared goals and challenges, and to explore opportunities for collaboration and action to further advance economic reconciliation. -
Federal Ministers and representatives of national Indigenous organizations to speak with media on Supreme Court of Canada decision related to Indigenous child and family services law
Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will hold a media availability further to the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision regarding the constitutional validity of An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families. -
Co-chairs issue statement on progress made towards shared priorities at roundtable on missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people in Canada
Today the Chair of the National Families and Survivors Circle Inc., Hilda Anderson-Pyrz, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, and the Minister of Families for the Government of Manitoba, Nahanni Fontaine, issued the following statement after the second annual Indigenous-Federal-Provincial-Territorial roundtable on missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people. -
Canada introduces legislation to recognize the Haida Nation’s inherent rights of governance and self-determination
Today, with the support of the Haida Nation and the Government of British Columbia, the Government Representative in the Senate, Senator Marc Gold, introduced Bill S-16, An Act respecting the recognition of the Haida Nation and the Council of the Haida Nation. -
Major milestone toward the Haida Nation’s goal of self-determination
The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and the President of the Council of the Haida Nation, Gaagwiis, to hold a press conference regarding a major milestone in the Haida Nation’s journey toward self-determination. -
Minister Vandal announces an investment supporting bulk food store in Iqaluit
CanNor funding of $235,000 to the Qajuqturvik Community Food Centre will help with food security in the community through the expansion of the facility -
Parks Canada recognizes Chloe Cooley for her courage and determination during her forced transportation in 1793
Parks Canada recognizes Chloe Cooley for her courage and determination during her forced transportation in 1793. -
Neskantaga First Nation and Canada continue to make progress resolving Canada’s longest drinking water advisory
Today, on the 29th anniversary of Neskantaga First Nation’s drinking water advisory, the Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, met with Neskantaga First Nation Chief Christopher Moonias to discuss the progress made toward resolving their long-term drinking water advisory.