Ethnic groups in Canada

Statement - Minister of Indigenous Services, Chief of Kashechewan First Nation and Ontario's Minister of Indigenous Affairs sign 2019 Framework Agreement affirming commitment to the relocation of Kashechewan

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Thursday, May 9, 2019
Indigenous peoples in Canada, Ethnic groups in Canada, Indigenous peoples of North America, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Swampy Cree, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, Kashechewan First Nation, First Nations, Greg Rickford, Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, O'Regan

TORONTO, May 9, 2019 /CNW/ - The Minister of Indigenous Services, Seamus O'Regan, issued the following statement today:

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  • TORONTO, May 9, 2019 /CNW/ - The Minister of Indigenous Services, Seamus O'Regan, issued the following statement today:
    "Today, Chief Leo Friday, Minister Greg Rickford and I signed the 2019 Framework Agreement confirming the relocation of Kashechewan First Nation to higher ground.
  • Together we are committed to a safe, healthy and sustainable future for Kashechewan.
  • Since 2017, when this Government signed "Together We Work for Hope" we have made significant progress together.
  • Today's Kashechewan Relocation Workplan Summary will guide our next steps together.

Celebrating the Remarkable Contributions of Asian Canadians

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Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Ethnic groups in Canada, Articles, Culture, Discrimination, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Pluralism, Culture of Canada, Canadians, Humans

The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, invites all Canadians to celebrate Asian Heritage Month.

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  • The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, invites all Canadians to celebrate Asian Heritage Month.
  • This month is an opportunity for all Canadians to learn more about the rich cultures and longstanding contributions Canadians of Asian descent have made to our society.
  • In the arts, sciences, sports, business and government, Asian Canadians have made significant contributions to our country's culture and prosperity.
  • "Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity to highlight the immense contributions Canadians of Asian descent have made to our country's culture and prosperity.

Matawa Education and Care Centre to continue renovations with support from Indigenous Services Canada

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Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Patty Hajdu, Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, Politicians, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Ethnic groups in Canada, Government of Canada

The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, today visited Thunder Bay, Robinson Superior Treaty, to announce further renovations to the Matawa Education and Care Centre.

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  • The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, today visited Thunder Bay, Robinson Superior Treaty, to announce further renovations to the Matawa Education and Care Centre.
  • Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is investing more than $16 million in these upgrades so that the centre may better serve to enrich educational experiences.
  • The Matawa Education and Care Centre first opened to students in 2018.
  • I am pleased to announce support for further renovations of the Matawa Education and Care Centre, which will help provide a safe environment to deliver quality education services and continue to provide programming vital to students' success."

Improving access to Justice for minority language communities in Quebec

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Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Countries, Ethnic groups in Canada, QUEBEC, International organizations, English language in Canada, Bilingualism in Canada, Culture of Quebec, David Lametti, English-speaking Quebecers, Canada, Canadians

MONTREAL, April 16, 2019 /CNW/ - Canadians expect that language should not be a barrier to access to justice.

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  • MONTREAL, April 16, 2019 /CNW/ - Canadians expect that language should not be a barrier to access to justice.
  • That is why the Government of Canada is taking positive measures to support official language minority communities as they interact with the justice system.
  • Today, the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the Government of Canada's support for the Quebec Community Groups Network's (QCGN) people-centered project for improving access to Justice in English in Quebec.
  • Justice Canada's Access to Justice in Both Official Languages Support Fund provides funding to non-profit organizations, learning institutions and provincial and territorial partners to meet the needs of minority Francophone and Anglophone communities across the country.

Statement - Progress Update from Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and Government of Canada on Inuit TB Elimination - World Tuberculosis Day - March 24, 2019

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Sunday, March 24, 2019
Ethnic groups in Canada, Americas, Eskimos, Inuit

In 2016, the incidence of TB among Inuit in Inuit Nunangat was more than 300 times higher than in the Canadian-born, non-Indigenous population.

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  • In 2016, the incidence of TB among Inuit in Inuit Nunangat was more than 300 times higher than in the Canadian-born, non-Indigenous population.
  • In March 2018, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and the Government of Canada committed to reduce active TB by 50% by 2025 and to eliminate TB across Inuit Nunangat by 2030.
  • These regional action plans are guided by Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami's Inuit TB Elimination Framework, released in December 2018.
  • Together, we can improve these factors and achieve our goal of TB elimination in Inuit Nunangat."

Nuxalk Nation celebrates completion of new and renovated housing

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Friday, March 22, 2019
Central Coast of British Columbia, First Nations in British Columbia, Nuxalk, Ethnic groups in Canada, Renovation, O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services

Today, the Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, congratulated Nuxalk Nation on the completion of a new six-unit housing complex and the renovation of 10 homes in the community.

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  • Today, the Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, congratulated Nuxalk Nation on the completion of a new six-unit housing complex and the renovation of 10 homes in the community.
  • Through Budget 2016, Indigenous Services Canada contributed $1.4 million for the new housing and an additional $250,000 for the renovations.
  • "Congratulations to Nuxalk Nation on their new and renovated housing.
  • "The Nuxalk Nation is extremely proud of the new and renovated buildings that have been completed.

Prime Minister delivers apology to Inuit for the federal government's management of tuberculosis epidemic from the 1940s-1960s

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Friday, March 8, 2019
Americas, Ethnic groups in Canada, Indigenous peoples in Northern Canada, Eskimos, Inuit, Justin Trudeau

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today apologized on behalf of the Government of Canada to Inuit for its actions during the tuberculosis epidemic from the 1940s to the 1960s.

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  • The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today apologized on behalf of the Government of Canada to Inuit for its actions during the tuberculosis epidemic from the 1940s to the 1960s.
  • Prime Minister Trudeau recognized the pain and trauma this injustice caused for families and communities across Inuit Nunangat, and the intergenerational impacts that continue to affect Inuit communities today.
  • The Prime Minister also announced the launch of the Nanilavut Initiative, developed in partnership with Inuit, to help Inuit families and communities with the process of healing.In Inuktitut, "Nanilavut" means "let's find them."
  • "To Inuit, and the families and communities of Inuit Nunangat who were wronged by the federal government's management of the tuberculosis epidemic we are sorry.

Government of Canada, Assembly of First Nations, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Métis National Council celebrate the introduction of Bill C-92

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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Americas, Indigenous peoples of North America, Ethnic groups in Canada, Eskimos, Inuit, First Nations

Indigenous Services Minister, Seamus O'Regan, introduced Bill C-92: An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Mtis children, youth and families.

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  • Indigenous Services Minister, Seamus O'Regan, introduced Bill C-92: An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Mtis children, youth and families.
  • Bill C-92 establishes principles that include the best interests of the child, cultural continuity, and substantive equality.
  • "With the introduction of Bill C-92 today, we mark an historic turning point for First Nations, Inuit, and Mtis children and families.
  • With today's announcement, the level of ambition of both Inuit and government have aligned to do more to protect Inuit children."

Statement by Minister Rodriguez on the Lunar New Year

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Tuesday, February 5, 2019
Articles, Ethnic groups in Canada, Culture, Discrimination, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Pluralism, Canadians, Festival, Human behavior

OTTAWA, Feb. 5, 2019 /CNW/ -This week, many Canadians across the country are celebrating Lunar New Year.

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  • OTTAWA, Feb. 5, 2019 /CNW/ -This week, many Canadians across the country are celebrating Lunar New Year.
  • It is also the Year of the Pig, an animal that symbolizes peace, compassion and good luck.
  • Iinvite Canadians of all backgrounds to take advantage of this festive time to learn more about the rich culture of these communities.
  • As Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, Iextend my warmest wishes to all those celebrating Lunar New Year.

Canada Goose Launches New Social Entrepreneurship Program

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Friday, February 1, 2019
Inuit, Ethnic groups in Canada, Labrador, Indigenous peoples in Canada, Nunatsiavut, Nunavik, NUNAVUT, Canada Goose, Inuvialuit, Dani Reiss

First of its kind program showcases Inuit craftsmanship on global scale; donates 100% of Proceeds to Inuit Communities in Canada

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  • First of its kind program showcases Inuit craftsmanship on global scale; donates 100% of Proceeds to Inuit Communities in Canada
    TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -Canada Goose (NYSE/TSX: GOOS) today announced the launch of its new social entrepreneurship project for Canada's North -- Project Atigi.
  • Building on the company's more than 10-year commitment to Canada's North, Canada Goose commissioned 14 seamstresses representing nine communities across the four Inuit regions Inuvialuit, Nunatsiavut, Nunavut, and Nunavik to create bespoke parkas using their traditional skills and unique designs, and Canada Goose materials.
  • Founded in a small warehouse in Toronto, Canada in 1957, Canada Goose has grown into one of the world's leading makers of performance luxury apparel.
  • Employing more than 3,400 people worldwide, Canada Goose is a recognized leader for its Made in Canada commitment, and is a long-time partner of Polar Bears International.