Backgrounder - Infrastructure Projects in Pikogan 2016–17
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | news releases
The Government of Canada announced an investment of $1.2 million in infrastructure projects in Pikogan under Budget 2016.
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Government of Canada Invests in Infrastructure Projects in Pikogan
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | news releases
The Government of Canada, in collaboration with First Nations, is committed to supporting infrastructure development in communities to improve the quality of life of the people who live in them.
Minister Bennett and provincial Minister Kelley join Winneway First Nation to celebrate Amo-Osowan School Grand Opening
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | media advisories
Please be advised that the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, along with Geoffrey Kelley, provincial Minister responsible for Native Affairs, and Chief Derek Mathias of the Winneway First Nation, are pleased to invite media representatives to join them in the inauguration of the new Winneway First Nation school.
Minister Bennett on the passing of Arthur Manuel
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | news releases
The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, issued the following statement today: "I am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Arthur Manuel, former Chief of Neskonlith Indian Band and chair of Shuswap Nation Tribal Council.
Minister Bennett to visit Abitibi-Témiscamingue region First Nations and make important announcements for First Nations communities
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | media advisories
Abitibi, QC - Please be advised that the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, will be in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region to visit three First Nation communities and will make important Government of Canada announcements. Minister Bennett will be available for media interviews.
Statement by Minister Carolyn Bennett at the launch of the reconciliation theme for Canada150 on the Winter Solstice
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | statements
Yesterday, on the winter solstice, we launched the reconciliation theme of the Canada150 year-long celebration. It's a time for Canadians to reflect on our past and also reflect on the need to renew the relationship with Indigenous peoples grounded in the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.
Launching of reconciliation theme for Canada 150
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | media advisories
The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, along with Parliamentary Secretary and Member of Parliament for Labrador, Yvonne Jones, invite media to a winter solstice celebration.
Government of Canada Supports Policy and Leadership Development Program for Young Emerging Northern Leaders
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | news releases
The Government of Canada is committed to supporting young northern leaders and providing them with the opportunity to take action on issues that matter the most to them and their communities.
Minister Bennett appoints a Minister's Special Representative to engage with First Nations on Canada-US Border Crossing Issues
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | statements
In keeping with our government's commitment to building a nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous peoples, I am pleased to appoint Mr. Fred Caron as Minister's Special Representative to lead an engagement with First Nations on Canada-US border crossing issues.
Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | backgrounders
In 2012, a resolution from the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs mandated the Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre (MFNERC) to offer similar services which in a provincial education system are provided by a school board, including services for teachers (e.g. professional development or pedagogical support) while also continuing their work on developing other enhanced education system(s) for First Nations.