Wekk of July 20th articles

The history of Canada’s Aboriginal Peoples isn’t just Canadian history; it’s the history of this land before Canada existed. It reminds us that thriving nations, cultures, and languages were here long before Canada was founded.

This week’s articles once again highlight the journey forward in partnership to grow Canada for the benefit of future generations. Also, there are some articles that remind us that more has to be done on our path of reconciliation. The truth about residential schools, the 60’s scoop, broken treaties, stolen lands and the resilience of Aboriginal Peoples does not diminish Canada. It makes Canada’s story honest. Honesty is something we as a democracy should be strong enough to withstand.

This week’s edition covers a variety of subject matter and can be read below:

LNG Canada equity option agreement with five First Nations

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/simpcw-first-nation-sign-consent-deal-for-proposed-copper-mine-near-kamloops-9.7273524

Landmark Indigenous Equity Option Creates Potential for One of Canada’s Largest Indigenous Ownership Stakes in Energy Infrastructure at LNG Canada – LNG

History Can’t Be Patriotic if It Requires Silence – Native News Online

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation, Denison Mines sign uranium project agreement | CBC News

Chiefs warn they’ll fight any assault on First Nations rights in major projects push

https://www.americanindianmagazine.org/story/protecting-herring

Tsuut’ina Nation to develop new community west of Calgary

Three pillars for a stronger Canadian national security strategy

https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/well-known-bc-fishing-lodge-purchased-by-haida-nation

https://windspeaker.com/news/windspeaker-news/indigenous-veterans-fought-country-were-mistreated-after-service-new-book

Mi’kmaw brothers’ military careers continued their family legacy of service | CBC News

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development-professionals-network/2016/apr/01/nine-ways-to-support-the-rights-of-indigenous-people#:~:text=1.%20Focus%20on%20the%20priorities&text=Indigenous%20people%20can’t%20choose%20their,education%2C%20healthcare%20and%20so%20on%2C

Frank Polson painted over the dark times – Anishinabek News

Interior Department Launches Digital Probate System for American Indian and Alaska Native Families – Native News Online

‘Pattern of behaviour’: Rath faces mounting questions over First Nation trusts | Globalnews.ca

Jeffrey Rath fought for First Nations. Now former clients are fighting him | Globalnews.ca

First Nations launch challenge of Site C dam | Globalnews.ca

Harsh words from chiefs on federal clean water bill at AFN AGA

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/alberta-first-nations-rock-the-vote-separatism-referendum-9.7274549

How some First Nations break the cycle of poverty

Jobs hang in the balance as Ekati diamond mine in NWT braces for early closure

Govt and proponents take note that a resolution signed last week at the AFN AGA stated that AFN cannot negotiate on major projects on their behalf!

Chiefs tell AFN it cannot negotiate on major projects on their behalf in amended AGA resolution