Indigenous peoples of North America

Potawatomi Business Development Corporation Expands Leadership Team

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021
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b'MILWAUKEE, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC), announced today the promotion of Kip Ritchie as the company\'s chief operating officer.

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  • b'MILWAUKEE, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC), announced today the promotion of Kip Ritchie as the company\'s chief operating officer.
  • "\nIn his role as COO, Ritchie is responsible for operations, marketing and business development for the PBDC and its affiliate companies which include Greenfire, Data Holdings, Native Roots Hemp, Wgema Leasing, PBDC Travel Centers and PBDC Real Estate Development Operations.\nThe PBDC was established in 2002 as the economic development and income diversification business of the Forest County Potawatomi Community (FCPC).
  • "\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'

Joint statement on the 5th anniversary of Canada's full support for the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

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Monday, May 10, 2021
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We have co-developed legislation on First Nations, Inuit and Mtis to affirm the rights of Indigenous peoples to exercise jurisdiction in relation to child and family services to their communities.

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  • We have co-developed legislation on First Nations, Inuit and Mtis to affirm the rights of Indigenous peoples to exercise jurisdiction in relation to child and family services to their communities.
  • All of these measures contribute to the implementation of the Declaration in Canada.\n"On December 3, 2020, we introduced Bill C-15, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
  • If passed, this Bill would create a lasting framework to advance federal implementation of the Declaration in collaboration with Indigenous peoples.
  • We know there is much more to be done and we look forward to continuing this important work in partnership with Indigenous peoples.

Short documentary Dear Georgina spotlighting life of Passamaquoddy elder streaming launch May 7

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Friday, May 7, 2021
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b'LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Dear Georgina, a short documentary about Passamaquoddy elder Georgina Sappier-Richardson who was removed from her home and community in downeast Maine by child protection services at the age of 2, had streaming launch today in honor of Mental Health Awareness month.

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  • b'LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Dear Georgina, a short documentary about Passamaquoddy elder Georgina Sappier-Richardson who was removed from her home and community in downeast Maine by child protection services at the age of 2, had streaming launch today in honor of Mental Health Awareness month.
  • The film follows Georgina as she attempts to re-integrate herself into the community she barely knew.
  • "\nDear Georgina had its world premiere in 2019 at the Camden International Film Festival with Georgina in attendance.
  • Georgina is just one of countless thousands of Indigenous children with similar stories.\nDEAR GEORGINA follows this Passamaquoddy elder from Motahkomikuk as she tries to fill in the blurry outlines of her identity.

The Government of Canada met with Indigenous, provincial and territorial partners to discuss progress on the implementation of An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families

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Friday, May 7, 2021
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b"OTTAWA, TRADITIONAL UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TERRITORY, ON, May 7, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services; the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; and Pam Damoff, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, met with Indigenous, provincial and territorial partners from across the country to discuss progress on the implementation of An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Mtis Children, Youth and Families.

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  • b"OTTAWA, TRADITIONAL UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TERRITORY, ON, May 7, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services; the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; and Pam Damoff, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, met with Indigenous, provincial and territorial partners from across the country to discuss progress on the implementation of An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Mtis Children, Youth and Families.
  • The Act affirms the rights of Indigenous Peoples to exercise jurisdiction in relation to child and family services for their communities.
  • It also establishes guiding principles, including the best interests of the child, cultural continuity and substantive equality, to guide the provision of child and family services in relation to Indigenous children.
  • A discussion to identify key issues and the best way forward concluded the meeting.\nThis meeting follows Deputy Minister and Technician-level meetings held earlier this year.

Greenberg Traurig Assists San Manuel Band of Mission Indians to Acquire Palms Casinos Resort

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
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b'LAS VEGAS, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP served as gaming regulatory counsel to San Manuel Band of Mission Indians in its definitive agreement to acquire the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada from Red Rock Resorts, Inc. for $650 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments.

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  • b'LAS VEGAS, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP served as gaming regulatory counsel to San Manuel Band of Mission Indians in its definitive agreement to acquire the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada from Red Rock Resorts, Inc. for $650 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments.
  • The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, located near the city of Highland, California, is a federally recognized American Indian tribe, which also operates the San Manuel Casino in Highland.\nAbout Greenberg Traurig\'s Global Gaming Group: Greenberg Traurig\'s Global Gaming Group focuses not only on casino operations, but also addresses lotteries, pari-mutuel wagering, charitable gaming, tribal gaming, and internet gaming, where permitted by law.
  • Members of the practice have varied backgrounds and are located throughout the firm\'s offices, allowing them to assist gaming clients in this highly regulated industry across multiple U.S. jurisdictions and internationally.
  • The firm is net carbon neutral with respect to its office energy usage and Mansfield Rule 3.0 Certified.

Shawmut Corporation Partners With The Massachusetts Dental Society to Provide Members With US-Made PPE

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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b'WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shawmut Corporation today announced a partnership with the Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) to offer its 5,000+ members PPE as part of the organization\xe2\x80\x99s Member Savings Program.

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  • b'WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shawmut Corporation today announced a partnership with the Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) to offer its 5,000+ members PPE as part of the organization\xe2\x80\x99s Member Savings Program.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWhen we heard of the many struggles MDS members experienced sourcing quality, reliable PPE, we wanted to help ensure our fellow Bay Staters had the equipment needed to provide their services through the pandemic and beyond safely.
  • We are proud to partner with the Massachusetts Dental Society to ensure its members will always have a reliable resource for high-quality, US-made PPE going forward.
  • Shawmut Corporation is based in West Bridgewater, Mass., and can be found online on LinkedIn , Facebook and, Instagram .

National Fuel Announces New President of Seneca Resources Company, LLC

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Monday, May 3, 2021
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b'WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y., May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, National Fuel Gas Company (National Fuel or the Company) (NYSE: NFG) announced that Justin I. Loweth has taken responsibility as President of Seneca Resources Company, LLC (Seneca Resources), the Exploration and Production segment of the Company.\nLoweth began his career with Seneca Resources as the Director of Strategic Planning and Acquisitions in 2011.

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  • b'WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y., May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, National Fuel Gas Company (National Fuel or the Company) (NYSE: NFG) announced that Justin I. Loweth has taken responsibility as President of Seneca Resources Company, LLC (Seneca Resources), the Exploration and Production segment of the Company.\nLoweth began his career with Seneca Resources as the Director of Strategic Planning and Acquisitions in 2011.
  • He was named Vice President of Finance and Acquisitions a year later and held that position for nearly three years.
  • In 2015, Loweth assumed additional responsibilities, including Oil and Gas Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology, Reservoir Engineering, Corporate Reserves, and Business and Corporate Development.
  • Additional information about National Fuel is available at www.nationalfuel.com .\n'

The First-Ever IDEA (Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity in Advertising) Competition Announces Jury Members

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Ethnic groups in Canada, First Nations, Misipawistik Cree Nation, First Nations in Alberta, First Nations in Manitoba, First Nations in Saskatchewan, Cree, MANITOBA, Superhero film, Science fiction

Newly appointed jury members include:\nSonya Ballantyne Writer and filmmaker originally from Misipawistik Cree Nation in Northern Manitoba.

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  • Newly appointed jury members include:\nSonya Ballantyne Writer and filmmaker originally from Misipawistik Cree Nation in Northern Manitoba.
  • Sonya\'s creative work focuses on Indigenous women and girls often in non-traditional genres such as sci-fi, fantasy and superhero films.
  • Chris lived the first 40 years of her life as a heterosexual man before coming out as a trans woman.
  • As a champion of diversity and inclusion, Brandon leads Bell\'s partnership with the ICA / IDEA competition, and acts as an office lead for Bell\'s Diversity and Inclusion Think Tank (DAITT).\nDr.

Go Metals Options Ashuanipi Gold Project

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Monday, April 26, 2021
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b'Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 26, 2021) - Go Metals Corp. (CSE: GOCO) ("Go Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to report an agreement with Flow Metals Corp. on the Ashuanipi gold project in eastern Quebec near the Labrador border in the traditional territory of both the Innu Nation of Matimekush-Lac John and the Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach.\nGo Metals will earn in on the project through funding exploration.

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  • b'Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 26, 2021) - Go Metals Corp. (CSE: GOCO) ("Go Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to report an agreement with Flow Metals Corp. on the Ashuanipi gold project in eastern Quebec near the Labrador border in the traditional territory of both the Innu Nation of Matimekush-Lac John and the Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach.\nGo Metals will earn in on the project through funding exploration.
  • The terms are as follows:\nScott Sheldon, President comments, "We are happy to partner with Flow Metals on the prospective Ashuanipi project.
  • This project will bolster our existing gold portfolio which includes a joint venture with K2 Gold on the Wels Gold project and the Monster IOCG copper gold project.
  • The project is northeast of Schefferville in the Ashuanipi complex, on the edge of the Superior Province.

Flow Metals Agreement for Ashuanipi Gold Project

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Monday, April 26, 2021
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b'Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 26, 2021) - Flow Metals Corp. (CSE: FWM) ("Flow Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to report an agreement with Go Metals Corp. on the Ashuanipi gold project in eastern Quebec near the Labrador border in the traditional territory of both the Innu Nation of Matimekush-Lac John and the Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach.\nGo Metals will earn in on the project through funding exploration.

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  • b'Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 26, 2021) - Flow Metals Corp. (CSE: FWM) ("Flow Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to report an agreement with Go Metals Corp. on the Ashuanipi gold project in eastern Quebec near the Labrador border in the traditional territory of both the Innu Nation of Matimekush-Lac John and the Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach.\nGo Metals will earn in on the project through funding exploration.
  • The terms are as follows:\nScott Sheldon, President comments, "We are excited to have Go Metals fund the exploration on the Ashuanipi project this summer.
  • This will be our first pass on the project following up on the intensive work Windfall Geotek has done creating over 50 high quality gold targets.
  • Freeing up finances for Flow means we will also be running programs at the company\'s two other gold projects in the Yukon and BC this summer.