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Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Celebrates Historic Milestone in Pursuit of Social Justice for First Nations Children – NetNewsLedger
July 31, 2023 WINNIPEG – Indigenous Update – The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) has expressed its pride in standing shoulder to shoulder with First Nations across the country in marking a significant milestone in the quest for social justice and reconciliation for First Nations children across Turtle Island. “From the era of the Manitoba […]
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Read MoreGovernment of Canada announces funding for five organizations supporting Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people
From: Women and Gender Equality Canada The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. The COVID-19 pandemic also created unprecedented challenges for victims and survivors seeking help and the frontline organizations that support them. Today, the Honourable […]
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Read MoreStatement from Minister of Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
July 28, 2023 Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean has issued the following statement: “July 30 is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. On this day we recognize and raise awareness for the victims of human trafficking – the act of force, fraud or coercion to exploit people. “World Day against […]
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Read MoreFighting human trafficking with community partners
Jul 28, 2023 Alberta’s government is partnering with three community organizations and investing $4 million to create the Alberta Office to Combat Trafficking in Persons. Human trafficking is a serious crime that violates the freedoms and rights of individuals, including children, and attempts to destroy all personal identity and relationships. The three main categories of […]
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Read MoreAssembly of First Nations (AFN) Calls on New Federal Public Safety Minister to Prioritize First Nations Policing
Ottawa, ON – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) congratulates Dominic LeBlanc on his appointment as Minister of Public Safety and urges him to prioritize the safety and security of First Nations communities across the country. During the AFN Annual General Assembly in Halifax earlier this month, several resolutions were passed to enhance the safety […]
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Read MoreAkwesasne Mohawk Police Identify body found in St. Lawrence River
July 28, 2023 The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service has identified the body of a man that was found in the St. Lawrence River on July 3, 2023 in the area of Ross Island, Akwesasne. The coroner’s office has provided confirmation that the individual is Casey Oakes, age 30 of Akwesasne, who went missing in March […]
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Read MoreT3PS arrests two during CDSA Investigation, estimated street value exceeds $20,000
July 27, 2023 (FORT FRANCES) – On July 26, 2023, Treaty Three Police Service (T3PS) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant in Couchiching First Nation with members of the Fort Frances OPP detachment, the OPP’s Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), and the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service. A 42-year-old male and 29-year-old […]
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Read MoreThe Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Welcomes Canadian Human Rights Tribunal Ruling on Compensation
Ottawa, Ontario – On July 26, 2023, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) announced the approval of the Final Settlement Agreement that was reached by the Government of Canada, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), Moushoom and Trout class action plaintiffs, with the support and collaboration of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society. […]
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Read MoreRecipients of the Anti-Racism Grants
Jul 27, 2023 Four Island community organizations will receive funding from the provincial government through the Anti-Racism Grant initiative. The funding will be used to help address racism on Prince Edward Island through projects and workshops focusing on the experiences of racialized and Indigenous peoples. The 2023 recipients include: Abegweit First Nation Mi’kmaq Wellness Centre […]
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Read MoreSixty-eight organizations receive grants to help shape anti-racism legislation
July 27, 2023 VICTORIA – Racialized people can now share their perspectives in culturally safe spaces as 68 organizations across B.C. receive more than $300,000 to engage community members on the development of new anti-racism legislation. “Too many people in B.C. experience systemic racism every day,” said Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives. “Part of […]
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