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The root of the problem in northern Ontario – The Narwhal
April 10, 2025 This story about a lawsuit involving First Nations in northern Ontario has deep roots — in mistakes made by the Crown centuries ago Hi Narwhals, Before I tell you about the fascinating and complicated story that took me halfway across the great province of Ontario, I have some good news to share: in […]
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Alberta finalizing flood maps at lightning speed
Apr 09, 2025 Alberta’s has finalized more flood maps in the past five years than in the previous thirty-five years combined. Flood maps help keep people safe and play a critical role in informing local emergency response plans and guiding future Indigenous community and municipal development decisions. In the past five years, flood mapping has […]
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Adding Capacity to Sainte‑Marguerite‑3 Generating Station Project
April 9, 2025 — Funding provided by the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) is now available to help Indigenous Peoples and the public participate in the impact assessment process for the proposed Adding Capacity to Sainte-Marguerite-3 Generating Station Project, which involves the installation of a third generating unit, as well as the construction of an underground […]
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The Cree Trappers Association, the Cree Hunters Economic Security Board and Mining & Exploration Companies Approve 2025 Funding to Continue the Reconstruction of Cabins Burnt during the 2023 Forest Fires, James Bay, Quebec
Quebec, QC, April 9, 2025 – The Cree Trappers Association (“CTA”), the Cree Hunters Economic Security Board (“CHESB”), and 16 mining and exploration companies (the “Companies”) are pleased to announce that they have approved the 2025 funding to continue the reconstruction of the cabins burnt by the wildfires in 2023 in the Eeyou Istchee James […]
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Results of NWT wildfire review now expected in mid-May – Cabin Radio
April 9, 2025 The NWT government says it now expects a territory-wide review of its response to the 2023 wildfire season will be complete by mid-May. Premier RJ Simpson initially said the after-action assessment, which the territory has said is the biggest in its history, would be made public by the end of 2024. Last […]
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Scientists, Indigenous leaders send dire warnings about climate crisis – APTN News
Apr 08, 2025 More than 100 scientists, Indigenous leaders and community members are in Vancouver to discuss the latest dire warnings about the climate crisis. The climate action conference is being organized by the First Nations Summit – an Indigenous political organization. “I want to say to all Indigenous people on the coast in British […]
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NFN Information Session on Highway 11: Presented by MTO and AECOM
April 8, 2025 The Ministry of Transportation has hired AECOM to do a preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study for a pilot project on Highway 11, between North Bay and Temagami. This study will look to create a 2+1 Roadway Model, which means adding a third lane in some areas to improve traffic flow. […]
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Minister outlines measures taken following fuel release in Woodstock
April 8, 2025 FREDERICTON – The following statement was issued by Environment and Climate Change Minister Gilles LePage concerning the release of fuel from a business in Woodstock: In the wake of receiving further information last week from Irving Oil Ltd. on the circumstances of the spill, the department is conducting a provincewide inspection of […]
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New Indigenous Land Stewardship Degree Will Prepare The Next Generation Of Land Protectors To Restore Ecosystems And Take Action On Climate Change
April 8, 2025 A new program co-developed by Indigenous leaders and the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Forestry will provide Indigenous youth with a unique opportunity to learn Indigenous science and land stewardship approaches. Part of a growing movement, this first-of-its-kind degree program will be part of a globally recognized standard for environmental management […]
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Public Notice – Adding Capacity to Sainte-Marguerite-3 Generating Station Project – Public Comments Invited on the Summary of the Initial Project Description
What is happening? April 7, 2025 — Hydro-Québec is proposing to increase the capacity of the Sainte-Marguerite-3 hydroelectric power station located near Sept-Îles, Quebec. The project would involve installing a third generating unit, as well as constructing an underground penstock at the existing power station. The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) invites Indigenous Peoples […]
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