Grand Council of the Crees

Settlement agreement reached for Gottfriedson Band class

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Saturday, January 21, 2023
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VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Band class representatives former Chief Shane Gottfriedson and former Chief Garry Feschuk, along with the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced that Canada has signed an agreement with the Representative Plaintiffs who represent the 325 members that have opted into the Gottfriedson Band class litigation.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Band class representatives former Chief Shane Gottfriedson and former Chief Garry Feschuk, along with the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced that Canada has signed an agreement with the Representative Plaintiffs who represent the 325 members that have opted into the Gottfriedson Band class litigation.
  • Each Band class member will receive a share of annual investment income that is available.
  • The Court will consider whether the settlement is fair, reasonable and in the best interest of the class members.
  • Together, we have developed a settlement that will support the Band class members in their healing journeys for generations to come."

Wallbridge Signs Pre-Development Agreement With Cree Nation Partners

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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Washaw Sibi was recognized as the tenth Cree Nation at the 2003 Annual General Assembly of the Grand Council of the Crees / Cree Nation Government.

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  • Washaw Sibi was recognized as the tenth Cree Nation at the 2003 Annual General Assembly of the Grand Council of the Crees / Cree Nation Government.
  • Incorporated as a non-profit organization since 1997, the Cree Nation of Washaw Sibi, acts as the governing body who represents the interests and the rights of its members.
  • This press release of Wallbridge Mining Company Limited ("Wallbridge" or the "Company") contains forward-looking statements or information (collectively, FLI) within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation.
  • All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein are FLI that involve various risks, assumptions, estimates and uncertainties.

Cree Nation Response to Indian Residential Schools

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Monday, June 14, 2021
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CHISASIBI, QC, June 14, 2021 /CNW/ - This morning, leadership from the Cree Nation Government, Cree Nation of Chisasibi, Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay, and Cree School Board have presented their position on the fight against the legacy of damage caused by the Indian Residential School experience in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • CHISASIBI, QC, June 14, 2021 /CNW/ - This morning, leadership from the Cree Nation Government, Cree Nation of Chisasibi, Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay, and Cree School Board have presented their position on the fight against the legacy of damage caused by the Indian Residential School experience in Canada.
  • Grand Chief Dr Abel Bosum (Cree Nation Government), Chief Daisy House (Cree Nation of Chisasibi), Bertie Wapachee (Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay) and Sarah Pashagumskum (Cree School Board) representatives of the Cree leadership in Quebec expressed the demands for action of the Cree Nation.
  • At the two residential schools on Fort George Island, there were students who were not only Cree or from Quebec.
  • The Cree Nation of Chisasibi and the Cree Nation Government do plan on initiating actions to search and document the residential school sites on Fort George Island.

Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee affirms its continuing steadfast opposition to uranium mining development within its territory of Eeyou Istchee

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Friday, May 28, 2021
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NEMASKA, EEYOU ISTCHEE, QC, May 28, 2021 /CNW/ - The Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee has once again affirmed its firm opposition to any uranium mining development within its territory of Eeyou Istchee in Northern Qubec.

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  • NEMASKA, EEYOU ISTCHEE, QC, May 28, 2021 /CNW/ - The Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee has once again affirmed its firm opposition to any uranium mining development within its territory of Eeyou Istchee in Northern Qubec.
  • The Cree Nation's affirmation of its continuing opposition to uranium mining development arises in response to the recent public announcement by junior mining company International Consolidated Uranium of its acquisition of the Matoush Uranium Project.
  • "The people and especially the youth of the Cree Nation of Mistissini have been instrumental in mobilizing awareness and action by the Cree Nation regarding the risks of uranium mining in Eeyou Istchee," noted Mistissini Chief Thomas Neeposh.
  • Mistissini is the community most directly affected by the Matoush project and by the prospect of uranium mining in our territory.

The Cree Development Corporation announces the completion of the Request for Proposals process for the Feasibility Study for Phase I - Infrastructure Program for La Grande Alliance

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Friday, April 16, 2021
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b'NEMASKA, QC, April 15, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - The Cree Development Corporation is proud to announce the completion of the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the Feasibility Study for Phase I of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Cree-Quebec Sustainable Infrastructure Development Program in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay Region.

Key Points: 
  • b'NEMASKA, QC, April 15, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - The Cree Development Corporation is proud to announce the completion of the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the Feasibility Study for Phase I of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Cree-Quebec Sustainable Infrastructure Development Program in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay Region.
  • "\n"We are very proud and honored to partner with the Cree Development Corporation (CDC) for their Grande Alliance vision, which will contribute to the development of Cree communities, increase interconnectivity and protect the Northern Quebec region.
  • It will be carried out with the utmost respect for the land and Cree heritage, and will integrate sustainable development practices.
  • "\nAlessandro Cirella, Project Director, Vision Eeyou Istchee (Stantec, Desfor and SYSTRA joint venture, in cooperation with KPMG)\n'

Cree Nation Welcomes Court of Appeal's Dismissal of Strateco's Claim

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Thursday, January 16, 2020
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"For the Cree Nation, this decision is about more than just the Matoush Project," said Grand Chief Abel Bosum.

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  • "For the Cree Nation, this decision is about more than just the Matoush Project," said Grand Chief Abel Bosum.
  • In August 2012, the Cree Nation declared a permanent moratorium on all uranium activities in its traditional territory of Eeyou Istchee.
  • The Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee), Cree Nation Government and Cree Nation of Mistissini participated as interveners in the trial and appeal.
  • If Strateco seeks a further appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada, the Cree Nation intends to continue its participation and to vigorously defend Cree treaty rights.

The Viens Commission Lays Out a Road Map for Reconciliation Between Quebec and Indigenous Peoples

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Monday, September 30, 2019
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The Cree Nation salutes the courage of the Indigenous women who came forward with their stories of abuse and misconduct.

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  • The Cree Nation salutes the courage of the Indigenous women who came forward with their stories of abuse and misconduct.
  • This discrimination seriously affects the quality of services provided to Indigenous peoples or simply denies them any service at all.
  • The Calls for Action lay out a road map for reconciliation between Quebec and Indigenous peoples.
  • Quote by Grand Chief Abel Bosum:
    "The Cree Nation of Eeyou Istchee welcomes the Final Report of the Viens Commission as a road map to reconciliation between Indigenous peoples and the Government of Quebec.

Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee)/Cree Nation Government Pays Homage to Former Premier Bernard Landry Following his Passing

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018
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NEMASKA, EEYOU ISTCHEE, Nov. 7, 2018 /CNW/ - The Cree Nation Government is saddened by the loss of former Premier Bernard Landry.

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  • NEMASKA, EEYOU ISTCHEE, Nov. 7, 2018 /CNW/ - The Cree Nation Government is saddened by the loss of former Premier Bernard Landry.
  • The province, as well as the Cree Nation, has lost a man of great vision and conviction.
  • Over the years, the Cree Nation and Mr. Landry forged a relationship transcending different cultures and languages.
  • Grand Chief Dr. Abel Bosum
    "I am deeply saddened at the passing of my friend and brother, former Premier Bernard Landry.