Our lead story: Quebec’s Bill 97—promoted as the ‘modernization’ of its forestry regime—continues to meet with First Nations opposition, from blockades of logging roads to protests in Montreal and, later this month, Québec City.
Our lead story: reaction to controversial comments by Manitoba accessibility minister Nahanni Fontaine about an ASL interpreter, caught on camera at an Indigenous women grads event. ............................. Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: reaction to Friday's passage of Bill C-5—the contentious Carney government legislation fast-tracking resource projects—which received royal assent not two weeks after its introduction in the House of Commons. ............................. Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: the controversial major projects legislation Bill C-5 passes third reading in the Senate, but only after some heightened debate over its anticipated effects on Indigenous rights. . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: with the controversial Bill C-5 at second reading in the Senate Tuesday, the Carney government promises Indigenous consultation will happen over the summer.
Our lead story: the Mohawks of Kahnawake Council launches a new campaign to raise awareness about their efforts to regain some 24,000 acres of traditional lands south of the island of Montreal.
Our lead story: an earth-turning ceremony at the former site of the Shingwauk Indian Residential School heralds the future construction of Makwa Waakaa’igan ("Bear's Den"), a cultural centre designed in partnership with survivors.
Our lead story: as Bill C-5 passes third reading in the House of Commons, the leader of the Manitoba Métis Federation seeks clarity on its proposed Indigenous advisory council.
Our lead story: some members of the Garden River First Nation demand answers from leadership over payouts stemming from the 1850 Robinson–Huron Treaty court settlement.
Our lead story: a gathering of Sixties Scoop survivors in Winnipeg call for greater recognition and resources from the province. - - - - - - - - - Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: an array of First Nations voices take to Parliament Hill to express their shared opposition to Bill C-5, the federal legislation proposing to fast track resource projects.
Our lead story: on Day 2 at the G7 summit in Kananaskis AB—where leaders of some of the world’s wealthiest countries are meeting—the specific contents of their discussions remain unknown. - - - - - - - - - - Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: On Friday, MPs were given their first chance to debate the controversial Bill C-5 in Parliament.
Our lead story: The federal Liberal government held a press conference to provide a wildfire funding update on Thursday, but questions directed the conversation to Bill C-5.
Our lead story: ahead of next week’s virtual meeting of chiefs on Bill C-5—federal legislation aiming to fast track development projects deemed to be in Canada’s national interest—a look at what might be on their agenda.
Our lead story: Saskatchewan’s ombudsman says some wildfire evacuees are critical of the government’s handling of the crisis, and offers a list of urgently-needed solutions. . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: updates on wildfire situations in northwestern Ontario, northern Manitoba and northern Saskatchewan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: some Mi’kmaw and supporters gather to protest the lifting of a ban on uranium exploration and mining in Nova Scotia.
Our lead story: NDP MPP Sol Mamakwa hints that the resilience and resistance of First Nations—“ready to defend their treaty rights”—should not be underestimated following the passage of legislation fast-tracking resource extraction in Ontario. .................... interstitial: ZapSplat.com
Our lead story: Ontario controversially passes Bill 5—sharply opposed by some First Nations—legislation which will enable the creation of special economic zones where provincial and municipal laws can be suspended to speed up approvals for mining projects like the Ring of Fire.
Our lead story: ahead of yesterday’s emergency House of Commons debate about northern wildfires in the Prairies, chiefs in Manitoba issue a collective plea for more federal support for First Nations fire-fighting equipment and infrastructure. - - - - - - - - Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: with wildfires still raging in Manitoba—twenty-five in all, according to the province—thousands of evacuees are now in Winnipeg, while others make their way elsewhere.
Our lead story: as wildfires overwhelm domestic firefighting resources, Canadian jurisdictions like Manitoba reach out for international assistance. . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: northern wildfires spark states of emergency in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan, as thousands continue to evacuate to safety.
Our lead story: Indigenous NDP members of Parliament Lori Idlout and Leah Gazan call for an emergency debate in the House of Commons on Jordan's Principle, claiming an urgent need to address a national crisis for Indigenous children. ------------ Interstitial: zapsplat.com
Our lead story: King Charles’ whirlwind tour Tuesday of Ottawa—a speech from the throne, plus a stop at the National War Memorial—includes key roles for Indigenous people. . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: ZapSplat.com
Our lead story: to the dismay of a delegation of chiefs who’d travelled to Ottawa, King Charles’ royal visit to Canada does not include a formal sit-down with them.
Our lead story: a recent get-together of western premiers in Yellowknife draws criticism from Dene over inadequate recognition and consultation, as well as a show of solidarity with First Nations worried Alberta’s referendum reforms threaten treaty rights.
Our lead story: Mi'kmaw on Prince Edward Island vow to fight back after Fisheries and Oceans Canada officers seize Lennox Island First Nation’s lobster traps.
Our lead story: the federal government pledges to send Canadian Rangers to northern Quebec to “assist the residents of Puvirnituq with distribution of drinking water and provide technical support” to the Nunavik village. . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.com
