Indigenous peoples of North America

Government of Canada awards facility management services contract for Canadian High Arctic Research Station, providing opportunities for Inuit businesses

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, Americas, Eskimos, Indigenous peoples in Northern Canada, Inuit, NUNAVUT, Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated, Inuit culture

As part of their proposal, Nunavut Arctic Services provided an Inuit Benefits Plan committing to employ Inuit labour, engage Inuit professional services, use Inuit suppliers, and provide on-the-job training or skills development to Inuit staff.

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  • As part of their proposal, Nunavut Arctic Services provided an Inuit Benefits Plan committing to employ Inuit labour, engage Inuit professional services, use Inuit suppliers, and provide on-the-job training or skills development to Inuit staff.
  • The services provided under this new contract further contribute to economic development and capacity building of Inuit firms and individuals."
  • "This contract provides the Canadian High Arctic Research Station campus with the stable, high-quality facilities management needed for cutting-edge Arctic research year-round.
  • PSPC is working with Indigenous Services Canada and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat to increase opportunities for Indigenous businesses to bid on and win government contracts.

DGAP-News: Liberty Star Presents New Technical Report on Gold Prospect Red Rock Canyon Tract of the Hay Mountain Project in Cochise County, Arizona, USA

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Red Rock Canyon, Cochise, Geography of Arizona, Regions of the United States, Indigenous peoples of North America

DGAP-News: Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp.

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  • DGAP-News: Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp.
    Liberty Star Presents New Technical Report on Gold Prospect Red Rock Canyon Tract of the Hay Mountain Project in Cochise County, Arizona, USA
    The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
  • Liberty Star Presents New Technical Report on Gold Prospect Red Rock Canyon Tract of the Hay Mountain Project in Cochise County, Arizona, USA
    TUCSON, AZ / ACCESSWIRE / May 25, 2021 / Liberty Star Minerals ("Liberty Star" or the "Company" ) (OTCPINK:LBSR) is pleased to announce the public release of its latest technical report.
  • The Technical Report Red Rock Canyon Gold Property Cochise County, Arizona ("RRC Technical Report" "The Report") was prepared by Broadlands Mineral Advisory Services Ltd., owned and operated by Liberty Star independent director Bernard J. Guarnera , P.ENG., QP, CMA.
  • His findings include that the Red Rock Canyon tract contains "gold at grades that are now considered economic."

The Year's Biggest Slot Game, Buffalo Link™ from Aristocrat Gaming™, Arrives at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Seminole Tribe of Florida, Hard Rock Cafe, Indigenous peoples of the Southeastern Woodlands, Indigenous peoples of North America, Restaurants, Florida, The Cordish Companies, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Seminole, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --That thundering sound you hear is a stampede of players herding to play the year's biggest slot game, Buffalo Link from Aristocrat Gaming, and now the game has arrived at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --That thundering sound you hear is a stampede of players herding to play the year's biggest slot game, Buffalo Link from Aristocrat Gaming, and now the game has arrived at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
  • "We're ecstatic to add Buffalo Link to the lineup of slot games on our casino floor," said Keith Burza, Vice President of Slot Operations at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
  • This is an incredibly fun game that fans of Buffalo, Lightning Link and Dragon Link will love, and we are delighted to celebrate its arrival at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood."
  • Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is the flagship casino resort of Hard Rock International, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida.

Peoples Bancorp Announces Cash Dividend

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Friday, May 21, 2021
Native American tribes, Indigenous peoples of North America, Dividend, Shareholders, Catawba people

b'NEWTON, N.C., May 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc., Newton, NC (Nasdaq: PEBK) declared the Company\xe2\x80\x99s regular cash dividend for the second quarter of 2021 in the amount of $0.16 per share.

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  • b'NEWTON, N.C., May 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc., Newton, NC (Nasdaq: PEBK) declared the Company\xe2\x80\x99s regular cash dividend for the second quarter of 2021 in the amount of $0.16 per share.
  • The second quarter cash dividend will be paid on June 15, 2021 to shareholders of record on June 3, 2021.\nShareholders are encouraged to enroll in the Company\xe2\x80\x99s Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan.
  • For details, contact Krissy Price at (828) 464-5620 or (800) 948-7195 or you may email any questions to our transfer agent, Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions, Inc. at [email protected] .\nPeoples Bank, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc. operates 18 banking offices entirely in North Carolina, with offices in Catawba, Alexander, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Iredell and Wake Counties.
  • The Bank also operates loan production offices in Lincoln and Mecklenburg Counties.

Fisher River Cree Nation and the Government of Canada settle long-standing claim

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Ethnic groups in Canada, First Nations, Cree, First Nations in Ontario, First Nations in Manitoba, Fisher River, Missanabie Cree First Nation

Canada set aside 2,952 acres of land for agricultural purposes in 1896, less than what was originally agreed upon by the two parties.\nThe conclusion of this claim, achieved through dialogue and co-operation with the Fisher River Cree Nation, will provide the First Nation with $15,095,391 in total compensation for the loss of land.\nResolving this long-standing specific claim will help Canada honour its legal obligation to address past wrongs and to renew the nation-to-nation relationship between the Government of Canada and the Fisher River Cree Nation.\n"Settling long-standing specific claims through co-operative partnership is a key step toward rebuilding our nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples.

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  • Canada set aside 2,952 acres of land for agricultural purposes in 1896, less than what was originally agreed upon by the two parties.\nThe conclusion of this claim, achieved through dialogue and co-operation with the Fisher River Cree Nation, will provide the First Nation with $15,095,391 in total compensation for the loss of land.\nResolving this long-standing specific claim will help Canada honour its legal obligation to address past wrongs and to renew the nation-to-nation relationship between the Government of Canada and the Fisher River Cree Nation.\n"Settling long-standing specific claims through co-operative partnership is a key step toward rebuilding our nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples.
  • The successful conclusion of this specific claim was reached because of the unwavering dedication and resolve of Chief Crate and the Fisher River Cree Nation.
  • "\n"The settlement of this claim filed over 30 years ago has been reached due to the hard work and dedication of both the representatives from Fisher River Cree Nation and from Canada.
  • After this long history and the co-operative negotiations undertaken by the parties, the Chief and Council of Fisher River Cree Nation is hopeful that this resolution will be part of a long and prosperous relationship between the First Nation and the Government of Canada.

Statement from Seminole Tribe of Florida Chairman Marcellus Osceola Jr. on Approval of the Gaming Compact by the Florida Legislature

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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b'TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Seminole Tribe of Florida Chairman Marcellus Osceola Jr. issued the following statement on behalf of the 4,300 members of the Seminole Tribe of Florida regarding today\'s ratification of the Gaming Compact by the Florida Legislature:\n"Today, all the people of Florida are winners, thanks to legislative approval of the Gaming Compact between the State of Florida and the Seminole Tribe of Florida.

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  • b'TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Seminole Tribe of Florida Chairman Marcellus Osceola Jr. issued the following statement on behalf of the 4,300 members of the Seminole Tribe of Florida regarding today\'s ratification of the Gaming Compact by the Florida Legislature:\n"Today, all the people of Florida are winners, thanks to legislative approval of the Gaming Compact between the State of Florida and the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
  • It is a historic and mutually-beneficial partnership between the State and Seminole Tribe that will positively impact all Floridians for decades to come.
  • I must also thank our entire team for such a meaningful outcome and specifically Seminole Gaming CEO Jim Allen for leading the negotiations.
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Winner: Vuntut Gwitchin elder Lorraine Netro from Old Crow, Yukon, awarded Glen Davis Conservation Leadership Prize

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Mammals, Gwich'in people, Lorraine Peter, Porcupine caribou, Gwichʼin, Animals, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Vuntut National Park, Indigenous peoples of North America, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, Vuntut Gwitchin, Reindeer

More so today with threats to our Sacred places and traditional way of life, the challenges of Climate Change and living in pandemic.

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  • More so today with threats to our Sacred places and traditional way of life, the challenges of Climate Change and living in pandemic.
  • Our voice, our work is not done until we have permanent protection for our Sacred places.\xe2\x80\x9d\nSandra Schwartz, National Executive Director of CPAWS, says:\n"CPAWS is thrilled to recognize Lorraine Netro for this year\xe2\x80\x99s Glen Davis Prize.
  • Lorraine is a respected Vuntut Gwitchin elder who has been working tirelessly for more than 20 years to protect the Arctic Refuge and the Porcupine caribou herd.
  • She has never been paid for her conservation work but has done it for the good of her community.

Potawatomi Business Development Corporation's Chief Financial Officer Promoted

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Native American tribes, States of the United States, Indigenous peoples of North America, Potawatomi, Forest County Potawatomi Community, Geography of Milwaukee

b'MILWAUKEE, May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC) announced today that Paul Hoesly, the company\'s current Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to take on the additional role of Chief Strategic Officer.

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  • b'MILWAUKEE, May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC) announced today that Paul Hoesly, the company\'s current Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to take on the additional role of Chief Strategic Officer.
  • "\n"I am excited to add the role of Chief Strategic Officer to my responsibilities with PBDC," said Hoesly.
  • Resources generated by PBDC and its holdings help diversify the tribal economy that supports Forest County Potawatomi\'s tribal government and helps improve the lives of tribal members.\nABOUT THE POTAWATOMI BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION: The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation is owned and operated by the Forest County Potawatomi Community of Wisconsin.
  • For more information on the Potawatomi Business Development Corporation, visit http://www.potawatomibdc.com .\n'

Seneca Launches Tuition Bursary for Current and Former Youth in Care

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Thursday, May 13, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Iroquois, Seneca people, Seneca, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, First Nations

b'Toronto, Ontario, May 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seneca is partnering with the Child Welfare Political Action Committee (PAC) to introduce a tuition bursary that will support 30 current and former youth in care.

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  • b'Toronto, Ontario, May 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seneca is partnering with the Child Welfare Political Action Committee (PAC) to introduce a tuition bursary that will support 30 current and former youth in care.
  • Seneca is the first GTA postsecondary institution to implement this kind of bursary program.\nThis announcement comes ahead of Children and Youth Care Day in Ontario, which is held every year on May 14 to raise awareness about children and youth in the care of the provincial government.\nStarting in September 2021, the Seneca bursary for Ontario youth in care will be available to eligible students of all ages pursuing their first postsecondary credential at Seneca.
  • The bursary is being fully funded by Seneca.\n\xe2\x80\x9cSeneca is delighted to work with the Child Welfare PAC to help current and former youth in care reach their postsecondary and career goals,\xe2\x80\x9d said David Agnew, Seneca President.
  • From age 18 to 21, those in care receive an allowance of approximately $875 a month.

Government of Canada COVID-19 Update for Indigenous Peoples and communities

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, Americas, Eskimos, Indigenous peoples in Northern Canada, Inuit, Vaccination

Earlier this week, Minister of Indigenous Services, Marc Miller had the opportunity to thank all nurses working in First Nations and Inuit communities.

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  • Earlier this week, Minister of Indigenous Services, Marc Miller had the opportunity to thank all nurses working in First Nations and Inuit communities.
  • These nurses have shown tremendous dedication to keeping First Nations and Inuit communities healthy and safe, especially while managing this pandemic.
  • In Quebec, at least 10 more communities have started administering second doses.\nMany urban Indigenous vaccination clinics are also underwayacross the country and, as age eligibility continues to decrease, more Indigenous Peoples will have access to the vaccine.
  • The Government of Canada will continue to support communities in whatever capacity is required and whenever they are needed.\n"