First Nations leaders in British Columbia urge Premier David Eby not to pursue changes to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Learn about the concerns and the political context.
The federal government and First Nations leaders have presented a collaborative plan to overhaul Canada's child welfare system, marking a significant step toward Indigenous-led solutions. Learn about the proposed reforms and their potential impact.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reversed a policy banning antipersonnel land mines, allowing global use. The move, detailed in a new memo, is framed as a strategic necessity. Read the full analysis.
B.C. requests federal funding for flood risk reduction, protects over 450 sq km of forestry land, and Ottawa introduces stricter methane regulations. Get the latest climate news for Dec. 15-21, 2025.
The B.C. government's consideration of changes to a UN declaration law is testing the 'fragile' trust of First Nations, with Premier David Eby's leadership under scrutiny. Read the latest developments.
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem visited a Catholic parish in Gaza, meeting children in a symbolic gesture of hope during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full story.
Chief Kelly LaRocca argues Canada must move beyond symbolic gestures to address the cumulative policies that dispossessed Indigenous peoples. Read her call for tangible action.
Musqueam Chief Wayne Sparrow addresses concerns over land rights appeal, emphasizing the band is not targeting private property. Read the full story on the Cowichan decision.
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A landmark deal in southeastern B.C. permanently protects over 450 sq km of critical forest habitat. Learn about this historic partnership and its impact on wildlife and climate. Read more.
Indigenous leaders Stewart Phillip, Terry Teegee, and Shana Thomas counter claims that B.C.'s reconciliation agenda is radical, arguing it's a necessary, lawful path forward based on rights recognition.
Toronto City Council has approved Mayor Olivia Chow's proposal to increase the land transfer tax for luxury home sales above $3 million. Learn about the new policy and its implications for the city's real estate market.
Following Calgary's move to reduce property tax hikes, calls grow for Toronto to scrap its municipal land transfer tax, which critics argue worsens housing affordability and distorts the market.
The Canadian government has announced a landmark conservation agreement protecting 45,000 hectares of British Columbia's vital forestry land. Discover the details and significance of this major environmental commitment.
A contentious application for a gravel pit near Goderich, Ont. is proceeding to mediation. The proposal has faced significant local opposition, marked by protest signs in the community.
A special holiday market in Edmonton aims to share and celebrate Indigenous traditions, offering unique crafts and cultural experiences for the community this season.
As Bill of Rights Day approaches, we examine the enduring U.S. principle of inalienable rights versus Canada's 'reasonable limits' framework. Explore the historical debate between Madison and Jefferson.
After years of influential writing, Doug Cuthand steps away from his Saskatoon StarPhoenix column, leaving a profound legacy in Indigenous storytelling and journalism in Saskatchewan.
A tribunal decision has cleared the final hurdle for a major three-tower condo development at the site of the former Preston Springs Hotel in Cambridge, paving the way for significant urban transformation.
The Cowichan Tribes land title ruling is now Canada's most significant case, sparking fierce debate over Indigenous rights and private property certainty. Explore the legal and political fallout.
A Guelph community group expresses deep concern over the future of an 8-hectare parcel of land near the former Kortright Waterfowl Park site, photographed in December 2025.
A landmark partnership facilitates the return of sacred Anishinaabe artifacts, marking a significant step in cultural reconciliation and heritage preservation for Indigenous communities in Canada.
A coalition of legal and human rights groups plans to request a UN emergency investigation into Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, citing violations of minority and Indigenous rights.
Albertans can cut up to three Christmas trees for free on designated Crown land with a permit. Learn the rules, height limits, and how to get your holiday tree.
Alberta residents can obtain a free permit to cut up to three Christmas trees from designated Crown land areas this holiday season. Find out how to get yours.
A Kitchener father explains his legal challenge against the Waterloo Region District School Board's mandatory land acknowledgments, arguing they violate Charter rights. Read the full story.
Nova Scotia's Natural Resources Minister signals willingness to discuss potential projects on protected lands, balancing conservation and economic development. Read the latest.
An Ontario man faces $2,500 in fines for violating Crown land camping regulations after prolonged unauthorized use. Learn about Crown land rules and penalties.
An Ontario man faces penalties for breaking Crown land camping rules. Learn about proper camping regulations and how to avoid fines while enjoying public lands.
Kelowna city staff propose trading industrial land to preserve Kelowna Springs Golf Course as 9-hole facility while allowing partial industrial development. Read the details.