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“It’s something I’d done many times before … and ended up kind of stopping and looking at these, you know, hundreds of mugs that probably had all been gifted at potlatches.”

#Indigenous #FirstNations #culture #tradition #art #BC #Vancouver
Gallery exhibit shows the tradition of giving it all away makes for truer wealth
The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art has launched an exhibit titled NDN Giver that will run until Feb. 22, 2026.It is curated by Amelia Rea, who is the assistant curator at the gallery in Vanc...
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“It’s really about bringing stories and works that are important to community members into gallery spaces and into museum spaces and not necessarily focusing on what’s new and what’s big…”
#Indigenous #art #ceramics #Toronto #FirstNations
New Indigenous ceramics gallery now a permanent feature of the Gardiner Museum
The Gardiner Museum in Toronto will open its new 9,000 sq. ft. ground floor space on Nov. 6 following a $15.5 million transformation, described as a once-in-a-generation renovation.
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"It’s a relief to reach this agreement-in-principle with #Saskatchewan. It’s been a very long battle, and we’ve lost a lot of survivors on the way here. Finally, we’re close to having some closure for the remaining…”
“Indigenous #Métis #FirstNations #residentialschools
Saskatchewan apologizes and reaches agreement-in-principle with residential school survivors
An agreement -in-principle has been reached between the Saskatchewan government and those who attended an Indigenous residential school in a northern village in the province.During a news conference h...
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“So, when you go to a gathering and you see floral beadwork and people are dancing, those that are witnessing it are being healed with that power and the energy and the healing plants and the medicines that are represented are spread out."

#Indigenous #art #exhibit #Ontario #culture
Indigenous art exhibit returns to McMichael gallery
Some new works that have never been displayed are included in an Indigenous-themed exhibit that has opened at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection.But this isn't the first time the exhibit, titled Ea...
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“It’s been eight years now since Xavier died, but our grief never ends. What the Healing Quilt has allowed us to do is remind people that, even though it’s been quite a few years, the grief is still with us.”
#Indigenous #tradition #ritual #healing #quilting #digital #grief
Virtual Healing Quilt provides those grieving a shared space to honour loved ones
The virtual Healing Quilt is uniting families across distance and time, blending Indigenous tradition with digital innovation to create a shared space to remember and honour loved ones.Launched Sept. ...
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“We have had so many problems in ensuring the full implementation of our Modern #Treaties over the years. The establishment of this new office will assist us in ensuring the effective implementation of our agreements.”

#Indigenous #FirstNations #Inuit #cdnpoli
Coalition pleased legislation to create commissioner for modern treaty implementation has been introduced
The Land Claims Agreements Coalition (LCAC) welcomes the reintroduction of federal legislation to establish a Commissioner for Modern Treaty Implementation (the Commissioner), introduced in the House ...
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“For people who grew up away from cultural and community connections, the journey of rediscovery and reconnection can be painful, confusing, full of blocks and stops and take years before some felt sense of connection and understanding formulates.”

#Indigenous #Métis #belonging
Distinct branches of the same root
To the Editor:A large portion of Indigenous peoples, including those of mixed-heritage backgrounds, have grown up away from specific nationhood belonging, territories and reserves, a point that has de...
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“Our communities remain dedicated to responsible #firearm use, and we seek partnerships with government agencies to ensure our traditional practices are preserved and supported with #regulation that is respectful of #FirstNation Section 35 rights.”

#Indigenous #rights #hunting #cdnpoli
Respectful, flexible firearms regulations needed to support Indigenous hunting rights
With the fall season, the Anishinabek Nation continues its commitment to upholding the rights and traditions of its First Nations, particularly in the area of sustainable and culturally significant ha...
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#Indigenous #FirstNations #Métis #News #sports #culture #film #books #business #cdnpoli #onpoli #Alberta
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"The Impact Assessment Act is an empty promise of Reconciliation without meaningful reform. It's time to replace the discretionary language that allows the Crown to 'consider' our rights and interests with a mandatory requirement to achieve free, prior, and informed consent..."
#Indigenous #cdnpoli
Anishnawbe business association endorses "Forging A New Paradigm” for Ring of Fire impact assessment
The Anishnawbe Business Professional Association (ABPA) today announced its full endorsement of a new position paper by Waawoono Consultancy, titled "Forging a New Paradigm: Rights, Reconciliation, an...
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“I'm sure internally the Crown (is saying), ‘What's the downside of not talking to them? They'll come after us with judicial reviews and try to slow us down… where the courts will wag their finger at us for not spending more time and we'll have to do compensation’.”

#Indigenous #cdnpoli #books
Self-government and getting rid of the Indian Act has become an even more timely discussion, says author
It's a "perfect storm," says Bob Joseph about the timing of the release of his recent book.21 Things You Need to Know About Indigenous Self-Government: A Conversation About Dismantling the Indian Act ...
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“Nothing about us, without us…and start with us; not at the end. I mean, that’s our problem right there. We’re being looked at as an afterthought. It’s got to stop.”

#Indigenous #FirstNations #MajorProjects #cdnpoli #Canada #AFN
National Chief says AFN not consulted on make-up of new Indigenous Advisory Council
A question at a press conference in Ottawa held Sept. 16 by the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) to discuss October’s federal budget expectations led to concerns being expressed about the make-up and r...
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“We could see where beavers had broke trails into the forest, spots of matted grass where moose or bear might have laid down… We knew we were among a very few people in the world and throughout time to have visited and witnessed this place.”

#Indigenous #FirstNations #land #environment
Defending the heart of Mother Earth
By Xavier KataquapitOne of the most beautiful serene places I’ve ever visited was on the banks of the Opinagau River in northern Ontario, just near the corner of land where James and Hudson Bay meet. ...
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My understanding is that the fella lost one of the dogs the day before he checked into the camp were he was last seen, and the other one was found after the man was lost and eventually found dead. Can't confirm that though with the information we've been given.
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"There's a lot of stories and our visual artists are telling stories about our places, our people, our ways. "And our singers, songwriters are telling their stories as well. People are interested.”

#Indigenous #Métis #FirstNations #Art #festival #Ontario
Reconciliation Through Art event coming back to Almonte
Based on the successes of last year's inaugural event, an eastern Ontario festival organized by a leading Indigenous activist has grown considerably for its second running.The three-day festival, call...
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“Major projects like those envisioned under the Building Canada Act... will have direct and lasting impacts on our communities, lands, and ways of life. It is unacceptable that Northern #Manitoba #FirstNations, particularly Cree and Dene Nations, have been excluded.” #Indigenous #cdnpoli #IAC
Métis Nation in Alberta, Manitoba First Nations want in on the Indigenous Advisory Council
Reaction to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement Sept. 10 of those appointed to the Indigenous Advisory Council for the new Major Projects Office (MPO) was mixed.Some lauded the 11 people named t...
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“Move at the speed of #business. Get efficiencies that don’t compromise #environmental integrity and interest that we all have. And ensure that we have the kind of legacy #infrastructure to support it.”

#Indigenous #FirstNations #ONpoli #RingofFire #roads #construction #criticalminerals #mining
Road construction to begin on Ring of Fire “corridor to prosperity"
Ontario Minister Greg Rickford announced on Sept. 10 a $61.8 million investment to begin construction of the “corridor to prosperity”, road access to the Ring of Fire. The Minister of Indigenous Affai...
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“It’s more than just a great event. It’s about showing up for the Métis community in a real, tangible way. Supporting Michif Manor means helping families when they need it most…”
#Indigenous #sport #boxing #charity #fundraiser
Métis facility to receive proceeds from Winnipeg boxing gala
As far as Jack Park is concerned, it's a win-win situation.Boxing fans in Winnipeg will have the opportunity to see some live boxing action, and it’s hoped that plenty of money will be raised for a wo...
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