Feds fund winter roads, strengthen connections to remote ON First Nations

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Thunder Bay – First Nation communities are working in close partnership with the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario to incorporate First Nations knowledge into winter road planning and climate adaptation strategies. This collaborative effort is aimed at enhancing resilience and ensuring sustainability as communities face the challenges of climate change. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, hosted …

Miawpukek First Nation improves fire safety

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Newfoundland and Labrador — First Nations are more at risk of fire incidents in their communities than anywhere else in Canada. The Government of Canada is committed to improving fire prevention and protection services by investing in reliable infrastructure that meets the needs of First Nations communities and their emergency service providers. Miawpukek First Nation celebrated the grand opening of …

Canada launches Youth Mental Health Fund

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Ottawa – Young people across Canada are struggling with their mental health. From the pressures of social media to uncertainties about the future fueled by affordability, global conflict, climate change and more, youth are growing up with different realities. It’s crucial that all youth have timely access to appropriate services and supports right in their communities from the organizations they …

Canada announces funds for Indigenous-led climate projects with Latin America 

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Vancouver – Indigenous Peoples have a deeply rooted relationship and interconnectedness with Mother Nature and their leadership is critical in addressing and responding to climate change. However, globally, Indigenous Peoples receive only a small percentage of international funding for climate action. Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced funding of $12.5 million over 4 years for the Building Climate Resilience …

Canada supports Indigenous entrepreneurs across NE ON with $1.5m investment

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Birch Island – When Canadians have the tools they need, they contribute to thriving communities and strong economies. Today, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Energy and Natural Resources and Official Languages, and Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, …

NICHI announces Alberta recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects

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Edmonton – National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Alberta. Today’s announcement includes more than $22.3 million in …

Feds highlights initiative with Lakehead Varsity to prevent youth dating violence

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Thunder Bay – Youth dating violence can have long-lasting health and social consequences, including physical injury, mental health impacts, higher-risk of substance use and difficulties in future relationships. The Government of Canada is committed to providing the support to help youth  develop and maintain healthy relationships throughout their lives. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, …

NICHI announces fund recipients for Indigenous housing projects

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Halifax – National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Atlantic Canada. Today’s announcement includes more than $33.5 million in …

Supporting businesses in East Algoma – Lake Huron North Shore area

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Elliot Lake – Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, today announced a total FedNor investment of $1,696,000 in three projects in the East Algoma – Lake Huron North Shore area. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister …

Ne’ata’q Place-shelter for Indigenous women, kids opens in Newfoundland

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Stephenville-At ceremony Ne’ata’q Place, a shelter for Indigenous women and children in Newfoundland was opened. An initiative of the Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network Inc. (NAWN), the shelter will provide a safe, supportive community for Indigenous women and children affected by family violence. Celebrating the opening of Ne’ata’q Place were the Director of Ne’ata’q House, Michelle Skinner; Minister Hutchings on behalf of …