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New non-profit formed in anticipation of negotiations with Canada over TMX purchase
“The most responsible thing that we could do right now is to be part of this, to be at that table to make sure that environmental and governance and even economic benefits are going to the communities.” — Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation Chief Tony Alexis.
New reality show seeking Indigenous entrepreneurs to compete for prize money
“I’m just so thrilled judges with so much influence volunteered their time to do this.” — Geena Jackson
Winter is a time for storytelling and the legends series
“Sharing part of my cultural heritage is the reason the Creator put me here, and I’m honoured to carry on this tradition.” — Perry Ground
Indigenous leaders in Canada’s universities lead way in ‘marathon’ of change
“Universities are a microcosm of our larger society and while we have a number of people that are well-educated and impacting our country… it doesn’t mean they had the opportunity or taken the opportunity to learn about their own backyards (about) Indigenous peoples.” — Dr. Michael Hart, co-chair of the National Indigenous University Senior Leaders’ Association
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Little NHL officials forced to cancel Indigenous tournament for third consecutive year
“I don’t want people to lose hope in the sense that there won’t be another Little NHL. We will continue. It’s such an important event for First Nations in Ontario. So, we will continue to do everything we can for it to go forward.” — Marian Jacko, president of the Little NHL executive
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Lest We Forget
On November 11th we stand at attention in silence in front of monuments and pillars in recognition of the names collected on those stones.
