Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation

Government of Canada makes transformative investments to clean up and protect the Bay of Quinte and other areas of the Great Lakes

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Funding from the Freshwater Action Plan is already at work in the Bay of Quinte Area of Concern.

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  • Funding from the Freshwater Action Plan is already at work in the Bay of Quinte Area of Concern.
  • Great Lakes priorities under the Freshwater Action Plan support the delivery of Canada's commitments under the Canada–United States Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement and the Canada–Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and Ecosystem Health.
  • "The Government of Canada is making transformative investments to clean up the Great Lakes, targeting key areas of concern like the Bay of Quinte.
  • The Government of Canada is planning to introduce legislation that will fully establish the Canada Water Agency as a standalone entity.

Five long-term drinking water advisories have now lifted in Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation with new connections to water treatment plant

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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Today, Chief R. Donald Maracle and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, celebrated that five long-term drinking water advisories have now lifted in Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation, thanks to newly built connections to their water treatment plant.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Chief R. Donald Maracle and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, celebrated that five long-term drinking water advisories have now lifted in Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation, thanks to newly built connections to their water treatment plant.
  • They were lifted after the First Nation extended its water distribution system, connected the buildings to the system and decommissioned the existing systems.
  • The new connections to the water distribution system provide clean and reliable drinking water to approximately 280 homes, 20 semi-public buildings and 756 community members.
  • Since 2015, and as of March 21, 2022, 211 short-term drinking water advisories have been prevented from becoming long term.

BMO marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with $600,000 in donations to Indigenous organizations across Canada

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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Through consultation with BMO's Indigenous Advisory Council, this commitment supports seven organizations that promote healing and advance cultural reclamation

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  • Through consultation with BMO's Indigenous Advisory Council, this commitment supports seven organizations that promote healing and advance cultural reclamation
    TORONTO, Sept. 29, 2021 /CNW/ - To commemorate the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, BMO today announced $600,000 in donations to Indigenous organizations across Canada.
  • "These donations recognize the need for a holistic approach to empowerment and reflect the ongoing, collaborative partnership that underlies BMO's relationship with Indigenous communities.
  • The fund is the only one of its kind in Canada that is national, Indigenous-led and accessible to all Indigenous communities.
  • On September 30, along with the rest of Canada, BMO's employees in Canada will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as an occasion to reflect on our shared history and its impacts and reaffirm our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.

Glenbow Museum Diversifies Board with Appointment of New Governors

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Monday, April 26, 2021
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The nomination of these Governors comes in light of Glenbow\'s efforts to build a more consciously diverse and equitable museum.

Key Points: 
  • The nomination of these Governors comes in light of Glenbow\'s efforts to build a more consciously diverse and equitable museum.
  • This work is ongoing, and our Board of Governors is leading the charge.
  • The Board will include 10 BIPOC members, increasing the percentage of BIPOC Governors from 22% to 42%\nDaniel J. Brant is a member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte in southern Ontario.
  • Glenbow is embarking on an extensive renovation that will transform the institution into one of the most vibrant, inclusive art museums in North America.

Government of Canada working with the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation to improve access to drinking water on reserve

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Monday, June 18, 2018
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MOHAWKS OF THE BAY OF QUINTE FIRST NATION, ON, June 18, 2018 /CNW/ - Everyone in Canada deserves access to safe, clean, and reliable drinking water.

Key Points: 
  • MOHAWKS OF THE BAY OF QUINTE FIRST NATION, ON, June 18, 2018 /CNW/ - Everyone in Canada deserves access to safe, clean, and reliable drinking water.
  • The extension continues the work needed to increase access to clean, treated drinking water in homes and buildings on reserve.
  • Our government is proud to partner with the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation to expand their water system.
  • We are pleased to see the Government's commitment to eliminating all First Nation drinking water advisories in action in our community."