Wiikwemkoong First Nation

MEDIA RELEASE - Public Policy Forum honours distinguished Canadian leaders at in-person Testimonial Dinner & Awards

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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TORONTO, ON, April 26, 2022 Six exceptional Canadians are being honoured for their contributions to public policy and good governance by the Public Policy Forum at its 34th Testimonial Dinner and Awards gala on Thursday, April 28 in Toronto.

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  • TORONTO, ON, April 26, 2022 Six exceptional Canadians are being honoured for their contributions to public policy and good governance by the Public Policy Forum at its 34th Testimonial Dinner and Awards gala on Thursday, April 28 in Toronto.
  • In the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks on the U.S., Mr. Manley played a critical role as the governments point person and spokesperson.
  • Chief Terrance Paul is the Chief and CEO of Membertou First Nation, a Mikmaq community near Sydney, Cape Breton.
  • Mark MacKinnon, the Globe and Mails Senior International Correspondent, is the recipient of this years Hyman SolomonAward for Excellence in Public Policy Journalism.

Canada supports community-based action on freshwater protection through the EcoAction Program

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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The Government of Canada is committed to finding nature-based solutions to keep water safe, clean, and well-managed for future generations.

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  • The Government of Canada is committed to finding nature-based solutions to keep water safe, clean, and well-managed for future generations.
  • Projects are focused on improving freshwater quality through actions that reduce harmful substances in fresh water, and restore and protect freshwater ecosystem health.
  • Recently, the Government of Canada launched a call for proposals for project funding under EcoAction for 20222023.
  • The EcoAction Community Funding Program is a cost-shared program that leverages contributions from project partners.

Indigenous-Owned Brand, Cheekbone Beauty, Launches New Film to 'Right the Story', About Representation in the Media

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Monday, November 15, 2021
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TORONTO, Nov. 15, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Cheekbone Beauty launches 'Right the Story,' an act to reclaim the narrative surrounding Indigenous peoples in the media.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 15, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Cheekbone Beauty launches 'Right the Story,' an act to reclaim the narrative surrounding Indigenous peoples in the media.
  • In collaboration with creative agency Sid Lee, this campaign challenges stereotypes and underrepresentation by amplifying the voices of unsung Indigenous heroes.
  • Sid Lee did an incredible job bringing Cheekbone Beauty's vision to life and Sephora has been tremendously supportive every step of the way.
  • Cheekbone Beauty strongly believes in representing diversity and inclusion within Indigenous communities, which is also reflected in all aspects of the film and out-of-home pieces.

New Indigenous Water-Operators-in-Training Announced by Bimose Tribal Council and Water First

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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Graduates of the internship program are from ten participating First Nations communities across the Bimose Tribal Council region, and are supporting their communities to ensure clean drinking water.

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  • Graduates of the internship program are from ten participating First Nations communities across the Bimose Tribal Council region, and are supporting their communities to ensure clean drinking water.
  • Adam Peacock, technical services officer at Bimose Tribal Council, has been working with Water First for two years.
  • About Water First Education & Training Inc.
    Water First is a registered Canadian charity that addresses water challenges in Indigenous communities through education, training and meaningful collaboration.
  • The Bimose Tribal Council has eight member First Nations communities in northwestern Ontario and is based out of Kenora, Ontario.