Federal ministers address the Assembly of First Nations in Ottawa as analyst Eldon Yellowhorn highlights persistent burdens like pipeline spills and unsafe water. Key discussions on Indigenous priorities expected.
Saskatchewan introduces The Response To Illicit Drugs Act, enabling citizens to take civil action against drug offenders. Learn about the new legislation and its implications.
Saskatchewan announces severe new penalties, including fines up to $1 million, for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine. Learn about the government's latest measures to combat the deadly drug crisis.
Windsor police and fire chiefs promote a charity hockey game to support cancer initiatives. The Battle of Badges event unites first responders for a crucial cause.
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty is set to deliver a key address at the Assembly of First Nations gathering today. Get the latest on the federal government's engagement with Indigenous leadership.
Federal government commits to introducing First Nations clean water legislation in spring 2026. AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak highlights key priorities for Indigenous communities.
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak criticizes the 2025 federal budget and a federal-provincial energy MOU, citing a lack of consultation and threat to Indigenous rights.
Minister Marc Miller says the government must begin formal Indigenous consultations for a B.C. pipeline. Get the latest on this critical issue of reconciliation and resource development.
National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak calls out the Carney government's consultation process with First Nations, demanding action on policing and clean water. Read the full story.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the Assembly of First Nations gathering in Ottawa. This follows his participation in the First Nations Summit in July 2025.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith addresses criticism over excluding coastal First Nations and BC's premier from key MOU discussions. A pivotal moment for her leadership.
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson apologizes for suggesting a Zoom meeting with Coastal First Nations over pipeline concerns, amid political fallout from a new Alberta energy deal.
Two First Nations in northwestern Ontario demand provincial ban on industrial development across three million hectares of remote northern territory. Learn about their conservation efforts.
Saskatchewan RCMP announce multiple arrests following a significant drug bust in northern Saskatchewan. Get the latest details on the police operation and charges.
BC Premier David Eby dismisses pipeline memorandum as distraction while First Nations leaders reaffirm tanker ban stance. Get the latest on energy policy developments.
B.C.'s NDP government and Coastal First Nations vow to fight new pipeline agreement between Ottawa and Alberta that could bypass tanker ban and environmental protections.
Northern Ontario lawyers challenge decision slashing legal fees from $510M to $40M after securing $10B settlement for Robinson Huron Treaty First Nations. Follow the appeal.
Coastal First Nations in British Columbia declare unwavering opposition to proposed northern oil pipeline, citing environmental risks and Indigenous rights. Read their powerful stance.
University of Manitoba collaborates with First Nations on groundbreaking lunar satellite project, marking Canada's first domestically-built moon orbiter. Discover this historic space mission.
The United Nations has officially started the selection process for the next Secretary-General. Learn about the procedure and what to expect as global leaders consider candidates.
Southern Alberta First Nations communities organize Feeding the People event to support unhoused Indigenous Calgarians. Learn how community solidarity addresses urban Indigenous homelessness.
Collège Boréal unveils Shkode Heart of Fire Pavilion, a new Indigenous education center offering hybrid learning programs for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students in Northern Ontario.
First responders from Six Nations, Waterloo Region and Caledon receive recognition for their bravery in emergency situations. Read their inspiring stories of courage.
The U.S. State Department directs embassies across Western nations to enhance scrutiny of mass migration patterns. Secretary Marco Rubio's policy shift signals new approach to border security.
Proposed legislation could significantly expand First Nations status eligibility. Learn what this means for Indigenous communities and Canadian reconciliation efforts.
Tsuut'ina Nation voters remove head chief and minor chief amid sexual assault charges in council election. Political shift signals community demand for accountability.
A UN human rights expert calls for immediate lifting of U.S. sanctions against Cuba, citing humanitarian concerns and economic impact. Read the latest developments.
Students from around the world will gather in Banff for an international Model United Nations conference, fostering global diplomacy and leadership skills among youth.
Tsuut'ina Nation elects Ellery Starlight as head chief, while two former chiefs facing sexual assault charges are not re-elected. Read about the community's new direction.
B.C. Premier David Eby defends federal oil tanker ban as crucial for Indigenous support of major projects while criticizing Alberta and Saskatchewan leaders. Read the latest political developments.