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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 2d

Federal Court of Appeal hearings underway as Indigenous Services Canada takes caregiving Elder and kids to court www.cbc.ca/news/indigen...

Canada takes Oneida grandmother to appeal court in 'collateral attack' on Jordan's Principle, lawyer says | CBC News

The federal government is fighting a First Nations grandmother in court to try and alter years of legal orders forcing Canada to provide First Nations kids with equal access to vital services under Jo...

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 8d

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Canada marks 5th annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, but 'much work remains,' says GG | CBC News

Canadians are gathering for ceremonies and reflecting on the tragic legacy of residential schools — and honouring the children who never came home — as the country marks the fifth annual National Day ...

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staring blankly into the abyss @ianmosby.bsky.social · 9d

I started tracking the TRC's Calls to Action in 2016 and, since Eva Jewell and I stopped writing annual reports in 2023 out of despair, things have only become more bleak.

No meaningful structural changes have been made. They were never even attempted.

A clear-eyed take from @michellecyca.com

Justin Brake @justinbrake.bsky.social · 9d

“We have to wonder: should we just abandon ‘reconciliation’ altogether?”
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The Stark Reality Ten Years after the Truth and Reconciliation Report | The Walrus

“We have to wonder: should we just abandon ‘reconciliation’ altogether?”

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First Nations Child & Family Caring Society @caringsociety.bsky.social · 12d

September 30th is a few days away! Looking for ways to honour Orange Shirt Day outside of the Ottawa-Gatineau area? Learn more about how you can participate from afar! 🧡
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George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 13d

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First Nations Child & Family Caring Society @caringsociety.bsky.social · 14d

On September 19, Canada filed for judicial review of 2025 CHRT 80. The Tribunal's orders in CHRT 80 simply require Canada to present a plan, with evidence, showing how the discrimination against First Nations kids outside of Ontario will stop & never happen again fncaringsociety.com/publications...

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UNICEF @unicef.org · 15d

“My message for world leaders today is stop making empty promises. I believe that actions speak louder than words, so please start taking action and involve children in every decision you make.” Zunaira, 15, UNICEF Pakistan Youth Advocate.

#UNGA #ClimateAction

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 14d

As the discriminator, Indigenous Services must not be trusted with the intent of Jordan’s Principle which has already been enshrined in legal orders that the federal government is actively breaching.

APTN News @aptnnews.bsky.social · 14d

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is one week away.

To talk more about September 30 and some other important issues, APTN News spoke with Indigenous Services Canada Minister Mandy Gull-Masty.

Is reconciliation at a standstill? We ask the minister of Indigenous Services Canada | APTN News

YouTube video by APTN News

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 14d

There are literally over 30 legal orders and a half dozen resolutions from First Nations Leadership telling ISC what to do next- comply with the orders, stop fighting First Nations kids in court and pull back discriminatory policies and conduct.

APTN News @aptnnews.bsky.social · 14d

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is one week away.

To talk more about September 30 and some other important issues, APTN News spoke with Indigenous Services Canada Minister Mandy Gull-Masty.

Is reconciliation at a standstill? We ask the minister of Indigenous Services Canada | APTN News

YouTube video by APTN News

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APTN News @aptnnews.bsky.social · 15d

The 14-year-old has been missing since June 1.

Hear more on APTN News Brief:

APTN News Brief: September 23, 2025—Mother of Samuel Bird pleads with the public to continue the search for her son.

Our lead story: a command centre is set up on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River to help with the search for 14-year-old Samuel Bird, missing as of June 1st.

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First Nations Child & Family Caring Society @caringsociety.bsky.social · 15d

It's here! Check out our Fall 2025 Newsletter for news about the human rights case, heart gardens, award recipients, upcoming events, and our pumpkin carving competition🎃 fncaringsociety.com/node/8834

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 16d

"Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that."

Looking forward to seeing Jimmy back on the air.

Jimmy Kimmel Returns: ABC Ends Suspension Starting Tuesday

Jimmy Kimmel will return to late night on Tuesday

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ACLU @aclu.org · 16d

Jimmy Kimmel was taken off the air after our government threatened a private company with retaliation, marking a dark moment for free speech in our nation.

More than 400 artists across our nation signed on to say: We refuse to be silenced by those in power.

We the people must never accept government threats to our freedom of speech. Efforts by leaders to pressure artists, journalists, and companies with retaliation for their speech strike at the heart of what it means to live in a free country.

Last week, Jimmy Kimmel was taken off the air after the government threatened a private company with retaliation, marking a dark moment for freedom of speech in our nation. In an attempt to silence its critics, our government has resorted to threatening the livelihoods of journalists, talk show hosts, artists, creatives, and entertainers across the board. This runs counter to the values our nation was built upon, and our Constitution guarantees.

We know this moment is bigger than us and our industry. Teachers, government employees, law firms, researchers, universities, students and so many more are also facing direct attacks on their freedom of expression.

Regardless of our political affiliation, or whether we engage in politics or not, we all love our country. We also share the belief that our voices should never be silenced by those in power – because if it happens to one of us, it happens to all of us.

This is the moment to defend free speech across our nation. We encourage all Americans to join us, along with the ACLU, in the fight to defend and preserve our constitutionally protected rights.

A graphic listing the names of the more than 400 signers of the ACLU's letter condemning the federal government's retaliation against Jimmy Kimmel. For the full list of signatories, visit aclu.org/kimmel-letter-bk

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Rolling Stone @rollingstone.com · 17d

"If it can happen to someone as wealthy and powerful and visible as Jimmy Kimmel, think about what they're willing and able to do to any average American."

Billy Eichner: Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension Is an Attack on Our Fundamental Rights

Billy Eichner writes that Jimmy Kimmel's suspension is an 'attack on each individual American'

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 17d

A heart full of gratitude to Sarah Teegee for a life of guiding, loving and caring - a legacy her loving family embodies. www.princegeorgecitizen.com/obituaries/s...

Sarah Teegee Obituary

May 10, 1941 - September 16, 2025

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 17d

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Canada recognizes state of Palestine, offers help to build peaceful future with Israel | CBC News

Canada now officially recognizes the state of Palestine and is doing so with international partners to preserve the prospect of a two-state solution, according to a statement from Prime Minister Mark ...

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Michael Marmot @michaelmarmot.bsky.social · Jul 7

A review of the evidence by @marmotihe.bsky.social shows social protection measures can break the inequalities and pandemics cycle.

Institute of Health Equity @marmotihe.bsky.social · Jul 7

On behalf of the Global Council on Inequalities, AIDS and Pandemics @michaelmarmot.bsky.social has been advising the G20 on the overwhelming evidence pointing to an “inequality-pandemics cycle"
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The link between pandemics & inequalities: Sir Michael Marmot

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 18d

Dictators fear critique- because it exposes them and holds them accountable

Politico @politico.com · 18d

On Friday, Trump re-upped his claim that critical television coverage of him is “illegal” and pushed back on criticisms that his administration was taking actions that limit free speech.

Click below to read the full story 👇

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 18d

The federal government has spent millions fighting First Nations kids in court and has lost over 30 times because when their speaking points are tested in court- they don’t hold up.
The evidence of federal wrongdoing speaks for itself but sadly kids pay the price.

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 18d

The federal government is wasting taxpayer money fighting an order that requires them to simply present a plan with evidence to not discriminate against First Nations kids and to not apply an agreement from one region to the rest of the country. Not reconciliation.

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🎃🪦 BLOODSUGARSETHMASKET 🪦🎃 @smotus.bsky.social · 19d

9-0 SCOTUS ruling from last year:
“Government officials cannot attempt to coerce private parties in order to punish or suppress views that the government disfavors.”

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Liz Cheney @lizcheney.bsky.social · 19d

“Government officials cannot attempt to coerce private parties in order to punish or suppress views that the government disfavors."This doesn't just constrain Democrats. It applies to all officeholders, including you. You took an oath to the Constitution not to Donald Trump.

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First Nations Child & Family Caring Society @caringsociety.bsky.social · 19d

What if there was a dark secret behind a national identity? This eye-opening documentary exposes the truth behind the idea of a True North strong & free. Watch Cindy Blackstock in The Good Canadian when it makes its debut September 30 on CBC & APTN.

Press Release: www.aptn.ca/the-good-can...

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Cindy Blackstock @cblackst.bsky.social · 19d

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Supreme Court justices spend a couple of days in Yellowknife

Three justices who sit on the Supreme Court of Canada were in Yellowknife, N.W.T., meeting with the public, lawyers and media.

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max tani @maxtani.bsky.social · 20d

The union representing the musicians from Jimmy Kimmel’s band releases a statement calling the FCC’s pressure on Disney “state censorship.”

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