Kwakiutl Chief calls on British Columbia to begin Treaty Implementation Talks
TSAXIS, KWAKIUTL TERRITORY (PORT HARDY, BC), July 31, 2015 /CNW/ – On July 29 2015, the BC Court of Appeal overturned a BC Supreme Court…
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Treaty 8 Grand Chief supports action against clearcutting
Edmonton, Alberta – July 31, 2015 – In a move to highlight the dangers of clearcutting forests, Driftpile Cree Nation is holding a Cultural Camp…
National Aboriginal Day shares Aboriginal culture with the millions of Canadians
We are right in the middle of Powwow season and organizers as well as performers are enjoying a spectacular summer. The season was launched last…
Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta Grand Chief and Deputy Grand Chief Sworn In
The swearing in ceremony for the Grand Chief and the Deputy Grand Chief of Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta was held earlier this month…
TRC Walkers encourage action on the Journey to Reconciliation
A remarkable husband and wife team are going the extra mile to ensure that Canadians have the opportunity to learn and grow and participate in…
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley takes the lead as a Human Rights leader in Canada
(Ottawa, ON) – Earlier this month, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde commented on Alberta Premier Rachel Notley’s recent letter instructing her…
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley’s apology is an important step to reconciliation
On June 2, 2015 the Truth and Reconciliation Commission met in Ottawa and delivered facts that many Canadians already knew: the 120 year reign of…
AFN Alberta Chief Craig Makinaw is ready for new challenges
Chief Craig Makinaw is member of the Ermineskin Cree Nation at Maskwacis. A knowledgeable politician with an extensive portfolio, a successful track record and experience…
Speaking out by John Copley: Exercise your right to vote in the October election
National Grand Chief Perry Bellegarde commented recently that it’s time for a changing of the guard in Ottawa. He encouraged Aboriginal and other Canadians to…
Summer School students learn about dangers of peer pressure
He’s big, he’s bald, he’s scarred, he’s scary and he looks much like a seasoned UFC fighter – but when you sit down and talk…