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The Atikamekw of Opitciwan First Nation takes another step toward self-government in child and family services by signing bilateral agreement with Canada
From: Indigenous Services Canada The Atikamekw of Opitciwan First Nation is one step closer to self-government today, signing Quebec’s first funding agreement using the framework provided by of An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families. Mr. Jean-Claude Mequish, Chief of the Conseil des Atikamekw of Opitciwan (Atikamekw of Opitciwan Council) […]
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Asubpeeschoseewagong Netum Anishinabek Breaks Ground on a Mercury Care Home
From: Indigenous Services Canada March 5, 2025 Today, at a groundbreaking ceremony with Chief Sherry Ackabee, Minister of Indigenous Services Patty Hajdu stood alongside Asubpeeschoseewagong Netum Anishinabek to witness construction begin on a Mercury Care Home and Wellness Centre, a specialized facility dedicated to addressing the community’s unique health needs associated with mercury exposure due […]
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Driftpile Cree Nation signs agreement with Canada supporting First Nations jurisdiction over child and family services
From: Indigenous Services Canada February 27, 2025 Today, Chief Dwayne Laboucan, the elected Council of Driftpile Cree Nation, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Indigenous Services, signed a service delivery agreement affirming Driftpile Cree Nation’s inherent right to self-governance over its children, youth, and families. This agreement supports the implementation of Driftpile Cree […]
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Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, and Canada sign an Ontario Final Agreement to reform child and family services
From: Indigenous Services Canada February 26, 2025 Today, the Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Canada signed a landmark $8.5 billion agreement to reform the First Nations Child and Family Services Program in Ontario. This new agreement affirms the right of First Nations in Ontario to make decisions regarding their children. It provides secure, […]
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2024 National First Nations Water Leadership Award recipients: Katy Thorne of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation and the Lower Nicola Indian Band’s Public Works Team
From: Indigenous Services Canada February 20, 2025 Today, in recognition of their outstanding leadership, Katy Thorne of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation and the Lower Nicola Indian Band’s Public Works Team were announced as the 2024 recipients of the National First Nations Water Leadership Award at the Assembly of First Nations’ National Housing and Infrastructure […]
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Weso’tmk Samqwan Incorporated signs agreement with Government of Canada to establish Mi’kmaw-led water services in New Brunswick
From: Indigenous Services Canada February 19, 2025 Weso’tmk Samqwan Incorporated, an Indigenous organization focused on providing safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater services, has signed a framework agreement with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). The agreement sets the stage to transfer the support services for water and wastewater systems from the Government of Canada to […]
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Statement – Ministers Anandasangaree, Hajdu, and Ien issue a statement of support on the 34th annual Women’s Memorial March
From: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada There is a national, toll-free 24/7 crisis call line providing mental health support for anyone who requires emotional assistance related to missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people. For assistance, call 1-844-413-6649. Support is also available through the MMIWG health and cultural support services. Support could […]
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Statement by Minister Hajdu on the changes to operating procedures related to processing requests under Jordan’s Principle
From: Indigenous Services Canada Ottawa, Ontario (February 10, 2025) — The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement today: “When it comes to Jordan’s Principle, our top priority and our intention have not changed: making sure First Nations children have access to the products, services and supports that they need. Since it […]
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Zhiibaahaasing First Nation celebrates groundbreaking of new water treatment plant and distribution system upgrades
From: Indigenous Services Canada January 30, 2025 Zhiibaahaasing First Nation Chief Irene Sagon Kells and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, are excited to mark the official groundbreaking of the community’s new water treatment plant and major upgrades to its water distribution system. The new water treatment plant and expanded distribution system will […]
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Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, and Canada to negotiate a Final Agreement putting children and families first
From: Indigenous Services Canada January 07, 2025 Canada cannot determine what is best for First Nation children, but does have an important role in undoing injustices and supporting First Nation families. Today, the Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Canada are pleased to announce that they will continue to work as partners for transformative […]
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