Northwest Territories – Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced federal investments of over $4 million into five local food initiatives in the Northwest Territories. This funding, delivered by CanNor, will support communities, organizations and businesses in improving infrastructure to …
New curling rink sweeping into Sydney with federal support
Nova Scotia— The Sydney Curling Club will have a new facility after an investment of $10 million from the federal government. This was announced by Parliamentary Secretary Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary Mike Kelloway, and Ian MacInnis, President of the Sydney Curling Club. Built to replace the current Sydney Curling Club on George Street, the new facility will be in Open Hearth …
$6m invested to strengthen energy security in Nunavut
Iqaluit – Canada is rich in renewable resources that can power homes and businesses with cleaner, more reliable energy. In the North, investments in renewable energy can help reduce dependence on carbon-intensive diesel power plants, which remain the primary energy source for many northern communities, including Iqaluit and all other Nunavut communities. Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern …
What are new Working Canadians Benefit?
Scarborough – The past few years have been challenging. It feels like the price of everything has gone up. And while inflation is back to the 2 per cent target and interest rates have been cut four times this year, we know that Canadians aren’t yet feeling that in their household budgets. Our government can’t set prices at checkout, but …
Feds, Anishinabek First Nations strengthen Indigenous-led education
North Bay — Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, along with Lise Kwekkeboom, Vice Chair of the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body Board, made announcement regarding self-governing, Anishinabek-led education. The event began with an opening prayer, followed by remarks by Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige. Minister Anandasangareeès announcement was followed by remarks from Lise Kwekkeboom, Vice Chair, Kinoomaadziwin Education Body …
Advancing Indigenous housing projects
Toronto – Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth of Canada, and Pam Damoff, Member of Parliament for Oakville North — Burlington and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs (Consular Affairs), on behalf of Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and National Indigenous Collaborative …
National Council for Reconciliation established
Ottawa – Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, issued the following statement today to mark the coming into force of An Act to provide for the establishment of a national council for reconciliation: “Today marks a significant milestone in our shared journey toward reconciliation as An Act to provide for the establishment of a national council for reconciliation comes into force. In our …
Energy efficiency upgrades underway at Gaelic College
St. Anns – Cape Breton Island is focused on preserving and promoting its unique Highland history and heritage, and keeping the culture alive for residents and visitors. The Government of Canada is investing in improvements to the Gaelic College campus in St. Anns. Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney-Victoria, announced a non-repayable …
Chacachas Treaty Nation and Canada set to advance reconciliation talks
Ottawa – The Chacachas Treaty Nation and the Government of Canada announced that Chacachas and Canada have taken a key step toward a renewed relationship by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for Advancing Reconciliation. The co-developed Memorandum will help guide discussions between the parties as they move forward together to reconstitute Chacachas as a Treaty First Nation in a fair …
Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke on Way To Economic Development
Kahnawake – The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) and the Government of Canada have taken a significant step towards strengthening their relationship and promoting self-determination for the Kanien’kehá:ka of Kahnawà:ke. Today, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed, outlining the relationship between the parties and the shared objective of exploring negotiations mandates to establish inter-governmental agreements between the parties in …