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Anymore mining will leave little habitat left intact in Treaty #3 to exercise Treaty Rights. Climate change, flooding, winds, forestfires and heatwaves threaten us, animals + fish.
We can preserve the forest + waters now. Over centuries its value will be limitless for next gens.
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"First Nations have always been generous and supported prosperity for all. But not at the expense of our rights or the environment." Today, at the historic First Nations-First Ministers’ Meeting, the National Chief @chiefcindyafn called on all leaders to honour First Nations rights, title, and jurisdiction as the foundation for true nation-building on these lands. Watch the full address here: ow.ly/1NZ651014o9.
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"This is the first time in 119 years of Crown-First Nations relations that a First Ministers’ Meeting has focused solely on First Nations priorities. This meeting cannot be a one and done." - National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak
The National Chief @chiefcindyafn delivered opening remarks today at the historic First Nations-First Ministers’ Meeting (FNFMM), underscoring the importance of the FNFMM in advancing First Nations priorities and a respectful Crown-First Nations relationship.
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Abolish the Indian Act. We have nothing to lose but our chains.
We will, of course, need new legislation that is an interface between the Federal government and First Nations. And this MUST be created alongside Chiefs and First Nation governments every step of the way. But it is time to move past the era of this outdated, racist, and patriarchal legislation.
I support Prime Minister Carney’s work to position Canada as a global leader in human rights and democracy. The Indian Act is inconsistent with achieving that vision.
Our laws at home should reflect the values we champion around the world.
It’s time for a relationship with First Nations people that reflects who we are as Canadians today, recognizes nationhood, and lives up to the true nature of reconciliation.
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A collaboration of nations is taking place in Ottawa as chiefs sat down with the prime minister and premiers to discuss national issues.
Hear about the tough topics and why many are calling this an historic moment, tonight on APTN National News.
Watch live: youtube.com/@aptnnews
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But it ended with calls from Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew to abolish the controversial Indian Act, and agreement from Carney something must be done about the legislation from 1876 that governs First Nations.
Carney said he is “very open” to abolishing it.
ca.news.yahoo.com/carney-pre…
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This is Nisga’a nation and i want you to hear the difference when she takes questions
Nisga’a has the first modern treaty in BC, which excludes them from the Indian act
She explains why she supports Prime Minister Carney, and fast tracking major projects
This is a nation that my own nation, Tahltan, have partnered with to open a port in the north for mineral exports. Yes, a 100% indigenous owned Port in to Asia
This is what a progressive nation is like, and this is why it’s important for Canadians to know not every single First Nation in BC is represented by AFN
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I want to thank the Premiers for being united in their perspective to hold this meeting. This gathering cannot be a one and done. We need a committed table for discussion between First Ministers and First Nations.
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Nation to Nation Host Fraser Needham is on site at the First Nations First Minister meeting where he recaps the opening remarks from the prime minister, Assembly of First Nations and chiefs of First Nations attending the meeting.
aptnnews.ca/videos/opening-r…
My statement below on today's First Minister's Meeting FMM with First Nations, the Prime Minister and Canada's Premiers:
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Miigwech. – at Gatineau, Québec
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Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew calls on prime minister to abolish the Indian Act at meeting with chiefs aptnnews.ca/national-news/ma…
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First Nations want tangible results as ‘historic’ first ministers’ meeting opens cbc.ca/news/indigenous/first…
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First Nations leaders gathered for ceremonies ahead of a historic meeting Monday with some premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney, while grassroots activists planned their strategy to protest the meeting while heavily invoking the Idle No More movement.
thecanadianpressnews.ca/nati…
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Toronto - Vote today! Our city depends on it. 🗳️
Good morning, Toronto! It’s election day – are you ready?
👉toronto.ca/Elections
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Excited to attend the First Minister's Meeting FMM tomorrow along with AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse and Regional Chief Math'ieya Alatini. – at Ottawa, Ontario
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"Things aren't going to improve if you're only going to focus on economic development ... I plan to look the prime minister in the eye and tell him what's happening in Onigaming and ask for his help desperately," said @ChiefCopenace, who is joining Manitoba Premier @WabKinew's delegation at the meeting. Kinew is a member of Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation.
#marccarney #indigenous #firstnation #inuit #métis
First Nations prepare for historic meeting with Carney and the premiers nationalnewswatch.com/2026/1…
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Breaking News: Barack Obama forcefully criticized President Trump at a midterm rally, accusing him of historic “incompetence” in Washington. nyti.ms/3VUal6r
