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MMF extends heartfelt condolences on the passing of MLA and Minister of Education and Early Childhood Learning Nello Altomare
January 15, 2025 Winnipeg, MB, in the National Homeland of the Red River Métis – Today, the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Nello Altomare, MLA for Transcona and Minister of Education and Early Childhood Learning for the Government of […]
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Our tribute to a visionary: Niilo Edwards
January 15, 2025 There are those who talk about economic reconciliation with First Nations. And there are those who act. One leader was Niilo Edwards, first CEO of the First Nations Major Projects coalition. Niilo died on Dec. 16. Here, Stewart Muir, founder and CEO of Resource Works, pays tribute: On a January morning in […]
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SCO Sends Condolences on the Terrible Loss of Police Chief Doug Palson
January 9, 2025 Manitoba First Nations Police Service Chief of Police Doug Palson led with compassion and an approach guided by the 7 teachings. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.” – Acting Grand Chief Cornell McLean ANISHINAABE AND DAKOTE TERRITORY, MB – The Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) sends heartfelt condolences to […]
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AMC and AFN Manitoba Offer Condolence in the Tragic Passing of Chief of Police Doug Palson
January 8, 2025 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg – With heavy hearts, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) and the Assembly of First Nations Manitoba Office (AFN Manitoba) extend deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Manitoba First Nations Police Service Chief of Police Doug Palson, following the devastating house fire that tragically claimed […]
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NAN Mourns Passing of Long-serving Moose Cree First Nation Leader Earl Cheechoo
January 8, 2025 THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the Executive Council, expresses heartfelt condolences following the passing of Earl Cheechoo, a long-serving leader and former Deputy Chief of Moose Cree First Nation: “We are very saddened to learn of the passing of our dear friend. Our […]
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Celebrating the life of Earl Cheechoo
January 7, 2025 Today, we gather not just to mourn but to celebrate the life of a remarkable man, Earl Cheechoo, who served as the Deputy Chief of the Moose Cree First Nation with grace, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his community. Earl’s journey in public service began long before his tenure as Deputy […]
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NunatuKavut Community Council mourns passing of Chris Montague
NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) President Todd Russell today issued the following message of condolence on the passing of Chris Montague: “It was with great sadness that I received the news of Chris Montague’s passing. I know that Chris has struggled with health issues these past years. On behalf of NCC, our Governing Council and staff […]
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In Memory of Muriel Stanley Venne
Dec 20, 2024 With profound sadness and gratitude, we honour the life and legacy of Muriel Stanley Venne, a Métis Matriarch, lifelong advocate, and a guiding force in the fight for justice and equality. Her passing is a tremendous loss to the Métis Nation and all who were inspired by her. Born in 1937 in […]
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Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak Mourns Friend, Mentor, and Metis Rights Advocate Muriel Stanley Venne
OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 19, 2024- It is with deep sadness and grief that we acknowledge the passing of Metis Matriarch and lifelong advocate for Metis rights, Muriel Stanley Venne. We extend our sincerest condolences to all who knew Muriel, including her family, friends, and colleagues. For decades, Muriel devoted herself to advancing the rights of […]
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Esquao – For Immediate Release
Edmonton, AB, December 18, 2024: It is with heavy hearts that Esquao, the Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women, announces the passing of our founder, past president, and guiding light, Muriel Stanley Venne, CM, AOE, BA (Hon). In 1994, Muriel created Esquao, the Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women, a provincial organization dedicated […]
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