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JOINT statement marking the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022–2032) This statement will also be available in the following languages: Denesuline Innu-Aimun Inuktitut (North Baffin) Inuktuk (Qaliujaaqpait) Mi’kmaq Michif Cree Michif French Oji-Cree Plains Cree Western Ojibway OTTAWA, February 21, 2022 Today, on International Mother Language Day, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage, National Chief RoseAnne Archibald of the Assembly of First Nations, President Natan Obed of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and President Cassidy Caron of the Métis National Council unite their voices to mark the beginning of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022–2032), declared by the United ... Read more

Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and all LGBTQQIA+ Indigenous people have the right to be safe and have every opportunity to fully participate in the economic, social, and cultural life. The Government of Canada continues to support Indigenous communities to advance reconciliation and achieve equity for all Indigenous peoples. January 21, 2022 – Ottawa, ON – Women and Gender Equality Canada Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and all LGBTQQIA+ Indigenous people have the right to be safe and have every opportunity to fully participate in the economic, social, and cultural life. The Government of Canada continues to support Indigenous communities to advance ... Read more

The Minister of Indigenous Services announced today that Indigenous Services Canada has received and approved a funding request through the Emergency Management Assistance Program for $4.4 million in additional funding to the British Columbia First Nations’ Emergency Services Society. November 22, 2021 — Ottawa, Traditional Algonquin Territory, Ontario — Indigenous Services Canada The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that First Nations affected by recent flooding in British Columbia are safe and secure, that a coordinated emergency management response is supported, and that communities are positioned for a strong recovery. Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, ... Read more

1 of 8 Shows @ New Roots Theatre Fest in SF SAN FRANCISCO – Oct. 11, 2021 – PRLog — BEYOND INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY SFBATCO PRESENTS INAUGURALTWO-DAY “NEW ROOTS THEATRE FESTIVAL” OCTOBER 16 & 17 GIVING VOICE TO LEGACY & EMERGING BIPOC ART A significant end to the week encompassing “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” is the beginning of something new, San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company’s (SFBATCO) two-day BIPOC  themed “New Roots Theatre Festival.” Presented at Brava Theater Center in the historic Mission District, October 16-17, 2021, it will consist of eight performances for theatre audiences to enjoy in adherence to ... Read more

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, has just concluded a trip to seven First Nations communities in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. The first multiple-stop trip since before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. July 18, 2021 — Ottawa, unceded traditional Algonquin territory, Ontario — Indigenous Services Canada The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, has just concluded a trip to seven First Nations communities in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. The first multiple-stop trip since before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. A key priority throughout the trip was visiting health centres to acknowledge health care ... Read more