Ottawa – The Government of Canada remains committed to honouring its Treaty obligations to First Nations through the fulfilment of Agriculture Benefits promises. These claims settlements position First Nations across the Prairies, including in rural and more remote areas, to invest in their communities and in economic development initiatives that create jobs for their members and for others, and support …
Ottawa – Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs announced the establishment of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UN Declaration Act) Action Plan Advisory Committee (APAC). The newly formed Committee will provide valuable expertise and advice as the Minister implements the Shared Priorities measures in …
Nova Scotia — By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities. Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and Member of …
Ottawa – Ministers Anandasangaree, Hajdu, and Ien issue a statement of support on the 34th annual Women’s Memorial March. 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 …
Whitehorse – Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency announced a $2.5 million pilot program supporting five Yukon First Nation-led studies in areas with the potential for critical mineral and infrastructure development. Indigenous participation and Indigenous Knowledge will help to shape decisions on major resource and infrastructure development and strengthen …
Nunavut — Canada’s northern food sector has significant potential to increase its production, grow the local economy, and create new jobs. Supporting investment in community-led projects is essential to leveraging local knowledge and resources, strengthening culturally-relevant food systems, and finding innovative solutions to regional challenges. Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced …
