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Government of Canada, British Columbia and the First Nations Leadership Council sign a historic tripartite nature conservation framework agreement

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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To support the commitments in the Tripartite Framework Agreement on Nature Conservation (the Framework Agreement), the Government of Canada is investing up to $500 million over the life of the Framework Agreement, which matches commitments from the Government of British Columbia.

Key Points: 
  • To support the commitments in the Tripartite Framework Agreement on Nature Conservation (the Framework Agreement), the Government of Canada is investing up to $500 million over the life of the Framework Agreement, which matches commitments from the Government of British Columbia.
  • Moving forward, the Tripartite Framework Agreement on Nature Conservation will serve as a model of collaboration with First Nations to halt and reverse the loss of nature.
  • "The Tripartite Framework Agreement on Nature Conservation is a groundbreaking commitment by the First Nations Leadership Council, the government of British Columbia, and the government of Canada to work together to ensure that this province's rich biodiversity is restored and maintained for future generations.
  • The Tripartite Framework Agreement on Nature Conservation, should it meet its stated objectives, is historic and imperative.

Statement by Minister Khera on Indigenous Disability Awareness Month

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, today issued the following statement:

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, today issued the following statement:
    "November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and valuable social, economic and cultural contributions made by Indigenous persons with disabilities in Canada.
  • In 2015, Indigenous Disability Canada / British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society created Indigenous Disability Awareness Month to highlight the barriers facing Indigenous persons with disabilities.
  • The Action Plan includes a measure to ensure that the equality rights of Indigenous persons with disabilities are respected in the design and delivery of government programs, policies and services.
  • The Government is also working with Indigenous communities and their representatives on the realization of the United Nations' Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Nia Tero Invites You to a Conversation About Indigenous Guardianship at Climate Week 2023

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, September 20, Nia Tero will host a conversation at Climate Week about the vital role that Indigenous Peoples' guardianship of their territories plays in mitigating climate change.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, September 20, Nia Tero will host a conversation at Climate Week about the vital role that Indigenous Peoples' guardianship of their territories plays in mitigating climate change.
  • Indigenous territories sustain much of the world's healthiest ecosystems and remaining biodiversity, which are essential to our global climate, fresh water, and food security.
  • This conversation between Indigenous activists, human rights lawyers, and funders invites guests to think about the ways in which climate change can be addressed through Indigenous solutions.
  • We will also reflect on our collective sense of what is possible and how to prepare post-Climate Week and, in the lead-up, for COP28 from 30 November until 12 December 2023.

Coalition launched to develop new carbon market standard and platform for community-centered forest conservation that meets the needs of Indigenous Peoples, local communities and Global South countries

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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In partnership with Indigenous Peoples, local communities and Global South countries, the Coalition is committed to developing a new voluntary carbon market standard and platform to help end deforestation and biodiversity loss by driving finance directly to communities.

Key Points: 
  • In partnership with Indigenous Peoples, local communities and Global South countries, the Coalition is committed to developing a new voluntary carbon market standard and platform to help end deforestation and biodiversity loss by driving finance directly to communities.
  • Michael Jenkins, CEO of Forest Trends, said: "As a longtime champion of trustworthy and accessible carbon markets, we are excited about a process that centers Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
  • Beto Borges, Director of the Forest Trends Communities and Territorial Governance Initiative, will be Chair of the Equitable Earth Indigenous Peoples & Local Communities Advisory Group.
  • "The voluntary carbon market can help address forest loss at its root, by providing essential finance to Indigenous Peoples and local communities to make conservation a viable development path.

Coalition launched to develop new carbon market standard and platform for community-centered forest conservation that meets the needs of Indigenous Peoples, local communities and Global South countries

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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In partnership with Indigenous Peoples, local communities and Global South countries, the Coalition is committed to developing a new voluntary carbon market standard and platform to help end deforestation and biodiversity loss by driving finance directly to communities.

Key Points: 
  • In partnership with Indigenous Peoples, local communities and Global South countries, the Coalition is committed to developing a new voluntary carbon market standard and platform to help end deforestation and biodiversity loss by driving finance directly to communities.
  • Michael Jenkins, CEO of Forest Trends, said: "As a longtime champion of trustworthy and accessible carbon markets, we are excited about a process that centers Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
  • Beto Borges, Director of the Forest Trends Communities and Territorial Governance Initiative, will be Chair of the Equitable Earth Indigenous Peoples & Local Communities Advisory Group.
  • "The voluntary carbon market can help address forest loss at its root, by providing essential finance to Indigenous Peoples and local communities to make conservation a viable development path.

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, Canada, Northwest Territories and Yukon sign historic Western Arctic - Tariuq (Offshore) Accord

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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The Accord ensures that Inuvialuit, along with residents of Yukon and the Northwest Territories, are the primary beneficiaries of economic activity from any oil and gas development in their regions.

Key Points: 
  • The Accord ensures that Inuvialuit, along with residents of Yukon and the Northwest Territories, are the primary beneficiaries of economic activity from any oil and gas development in their regions.
  • Once implemented in legislation, the Western Arctic – Tariuq (Offshore) Accord will establish an oil and gas co-management and revenue-sharing arrangement with the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, the Government of the Northwest Territories, and the Government of Yukon, for the Accord area.
  • The Government of Canada will collaborate with the parties to implement the Western Arctic – Tariuq (Offshore) Accord in federal legislation at the earliest opportunity.
  • This accord is a positive step towards ensuring that the Northwest Territories will have direct involvement in important decisions that affect the Western Arctic – Tariuq (Offshore) alongside Canada, the Yukon and the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation."

Statement in support of Education Jurisdiction Agreements in British Columbia

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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Through the conclusion of these self-government agreements, the Participating First Nations now have recognized law-making authority over Kindergarten-Grade 12 education on their lands.

Key Points: 
  • Through the conclusion of these self-government agreements, the Participating First Nations now have recognized law-making authority over Kindergarten-Grade 12 education on their lands.
  • Implementing these Education Jurisdiction Agreements recognizes the First Nations' inherent rights of self-determination and self-government.
  • This year, we have collectively replaced the Education Jurisdiction Framework Agreement (EJFA) to better reflect the changing landscape of education jurisdiction in British Columbia now that Education Jurisdiction Agreements are being implemented by Participating First Nations and FNEA has become operational.
  • The discussions over education jurisdiction in British Columbia have been underway for over 20 years.

'Nobody's child' – despite a compelling case for reform, NZ's adoption laws remain stuck in the past

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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Despite some significant progress, the Ministry of Justice has revised its timeline for delivering final proposals from the first half of this year to “in due course”.

Key Points: 
  • Despite some significant progress, the Ministry of Justice has revised its timeline for delivering final proposals from the first half of this year to “in due course”.
  • This means there is still no clear end in sight to what has already been a prolonged and frustrating process.
  • Most importantly, those touched by adoption – including extended families – continue to feel the enduring effects of the antiquated and outmoded Adoption Act 1955.
  • Some estimates suggest upwards of two million New Zealanders may have a direct link to adoption within their extended family.

Legal fictions

    • Legal adoption emerged in Aotearoa in the 1880s as a response to the growing problem of children born out of wedlock.
    • Closed adoption went a step further, attempting to legitimise the illegitimate child through a kind of legal fiction.
    • And in 2000, the Law Commission found the legal fiction of closed adoption was “a repugnant and unnecessary distortion of reality”.

A history of inaction

    • In the past 40 years there have been six formal reviews, two select committees, four cabinet committees and a draft bill.
    • Social work practice has also become more open, enabling birth parents, adoptive parents and the adopted child to be known to each other.
    • Taken together, these changes have reduced the all-encompassing impact once envisaged for adoption law reform.

The adoption paradox

    • Given this, the question must be asked whether the ministry is the right agency to lead adoption reform.
    • Ultimately, however, there is an unfortunate paradox at the centre of this issue.
    • Adoption reform pits the interests of some against others – typically, those who have been wronged by adoption, and those who want to adopt but fear reform will make the process even more difficult.

Armand MacKenzie, Renowned First Nations Mining Executive, Joins the First Phosphate Advisory Board

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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Saguenay, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - July 5, 2023) - First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (FSE: KD0) ("First Phosphate" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Armand MacKenzie to the advisory board of the Company.

Key Points: 
  • Saguenay, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - July 5, 2023) - First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (FSE: KD0) ("First Phosphate" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Armand MacKenzie to the advisory board of the Company.
  • A discussion between First Phosphate CEO, John Passalacqua and Armand Mackenzie is available at: https://youtu.be/uJRXjloQQjk .
  • He has practiced law for 15 years and was chief legal advisor on land rights for the Innu Nation.
  • "I am excited to work with the entire team at First Phosphate towards realizing this generational, clean mining and energy transition opportunity."

Removery Celebrates 150 Locations with Greater Toronto Expansion

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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TORONTO, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Removery, the world's tattoo removal experts, is marking milestone openings in the United States and Canada. On June 27, the company will celebrate 150 locations globally, with studio openings in two countries: one in San Leandro, CA and one in Mississauga, ON.    

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Removery , the world's tattoo removal experts, is marking milestone openings in the United States and Canada.
  • On June 27, the company will celebrate 150 locations globally, with studio openings in two countries: one in San Leandro, CA and one in Mississauga, ON.
  • The new Mississauga studio, located in Heartland Town Centre, will be centrally located in the city, which makes it easily accessible for Ontario clients coming from the western Greater Toronto Area.
  • In addition to the 130 locations in the United States, Removery has nine locations in Canada and 12 in Australia.