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National Association of Friendship Centres Responds to Federal Economic Statement: An Economy that Works for Everyone must include Urban Indigenous People

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

However, Friendship Centres stand ready to be an effective partner with a clear vision for the well-being of communities that we serve.

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However, Friendship Centres stand ready to be an effective partner with a clear vision for the well-being of communities that we serve.
Of the billions of dollars announced and recorded, there remains only one federal program that specifically supports urban Indigenous programming and it sunsets in 2025.
Within urban spaces, Friendship Centres are the most robust and expansive service providers that can respond to the need to address the social, economic, cultural and marginalization of Indigenous people.
It is essential to understand that supporting Friendship Centres is an investment with tangible economic and social returns.

UQAT to train all of its students in Indigenous perspectives by 2026

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

This innovative initiative stems directly from the UQAT and Indigenous Peoples - Action Plan 2019-2024 and is one of several institutional actions of UQAT's Land acknowledgement principle.

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This innovative initiative stems directly from the UQAT and Indigenous Peoples - Action Plan 2019-2024 and is one of several institutional actions of UQAT's Land acknowledgement principle.
"Through this initiative, UQAT recognizes that Indigenous knowledge is just as important as scientific knowledge.
This recognition gives Indigenous perspectives a place in the programs offered at UQAT, thereby building on a plurality of knowledge", says Vincent Rousson, UQAT Rector.
A number of initiatives aimed at training students have already been in place for several years at UQAT.

A Truth and Reconciliation Commitment Statement from Canada’s Leading Occupational Therapy Organizations Signals a New Path Forward

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Friday, September 29, 2023

Ottawa, ON, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On September 30, 2023, Canada’s leading occupational therapy organizations reaffirmed their dedication to Indigenous Peoples in Canada through addressing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada’s Calls to Action with the announcement of a joint Occupational Therapy TRC Commitment Statement.

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Ottawa, ON, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On September 30, 2023, Canada’s leading occupational therapy organizations reaffirmed their dedication to Indigenous Peoples in Canada through addressing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada’s Calls to Action with the announcement of a joint Occupational Therapy TRC Commitment Statement.
The document has been developed with leadership from the Occupational Therapy TRC Task Force’s Co-Chairs and Métis occupational therapists, Angie Phenix and Kaarina Valavaara, along with invited allies and members of the Boards of Directors of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT), the Canadian Occupational Therapy Foundation (COTF), the Alliance of Canadian Occupational Therapy Professional Associations (ACOTPA), the Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy Regulatory Organizations (ACOTRO), and the Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy University Programs (ACOTUP).
The organizations acknowledge that “transforming our colonial reality must be a responsibility shared by all Canadians” and the Commitment Statement represents “beginning steps in embracing this shared responsibility” with acknowledgement of the harmful colonizing narratives, policies, and practices in the Canadian occupational therapy profession and a commitment to change within their respective mandates.
The Co-Chairs call upon all occupational therapists (OTs), occupational therapist assistants (OTAs), students, and other readers of the Commitment Statement to take responsibility and action to support the respective leadership organizations.

Brandi Morin wins the 2023 Ken Filkow Prize

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Monday, September 18, 2023

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TORONTO, Sept. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Brandi Morin, an award-winning Cree/Iroquois/French journalist and best-selling author, has won the PEN Canada 2023 Ken Filkow Prize for advancing freedom of expression in Canada.

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TORONTO, Sept. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Brandi Morin, an award-winning Cree/Iroquois/French journalist and best-selling author, has won the PEN Canada 2023 Ken Filkow Prize for advancing freedom of expression in Canada.
For over a decade, she has reported on Indigenous land and environmental rights, Truth and Reconciliation, and residential school grave discoveries.
The Ken Filkow Prize was established in 2015.
The English-language Canadian centre was founded in 1983 and is proud to be one of over 100 chapters of PEN International.

June 2nd Media Event: Supporting Urban Service Providers is key to addressing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and taking action on the National Inquiry’s 231 Calls for Justice

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Friday, June 2, 2023

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OTTAWA, June 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It has been 12 seasons since the Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, Reclaiming Power and Place was released containing 231 Calls for Justice. The Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition (OAC) and the MMIWG2S+ Urban Action Group are co-hosting an event to honour our MMIWG and to ask the question: where are we now in supporting urban Indigenous service providers who work at the grassroots level to address this issue and often, directly with families at their greatest need?

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“There is a direct link between urban service providers and the support needed by families when a loved one goes missing or is murdered.
And, this crisis never ends, it is a pandemic and like Covid - it can and must be addressed”.
“It is undeniable there is a vital, innovative, resilient and strong Urban *Indigenous presence in Canada.
Family members of missing or murdered Indigenous women and girls and 2S+ who wish to attend can rsvp with [email protected] .

NWAC Issues Federal Government a Failing Grade for Continued Inaction on its MMIWG2S+ National Action Plan

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

OTTAWA, June 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- If it was a school report card, the federal government would be given an ‘F’ for fail. That is the conclusion of a detailed analysis by the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) in its annual review of the progress made by the federal government on the implementation of its National Action Plan (NAP). The analysis also assesses action taken by NWAC on its independent National Action Plan, Our Calls, Our Actions, which receives a much higher score.

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That is the conclusion of a detailed analysis by the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) in its annual review of the progress made by the federal government on the implementation of its National Action Plan (NAP).
The analysis also assesses action taken by NWAC on its independent National Action Plan, Our Calls, Our Actions, which receives a much higher score.
NWAC’s National Action Plan Our Calls, Our Actions was released at the same time as the government’s plan with more than double the number of proposed actions.
“It’s time for the federal government to recognize and take accountability for the fact that their National Action Plan was fundamentally flawed from the outset.

NWAC: It’s Time for Federal Government to Walk the Reconciliation Talk

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

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OTTAWA, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC) is disheartened that the federal government’s Budget 2023 has once again failed to address critical issues facing Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people: particularly addressing MMIWG and economic opportunity. The federal government released its budget earlier today, outlining the fiscal, social, and economic priorities for the upcoming year.

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The federal government released its budget earlier today, outlining the fiscal, social, and economic priorities for the upcoming year.
What we saw instead is a lack of investment to end economic marginalization of Indigenous women in order to end the violence against them to ensure full participation in the Canadian economy.”
“It’s time for the Federal government to walk the reconciliation talk,” Ms. Groulx adds.
There can’t be reconciliation without reducing the rates of violence, over-incarceration, and economic disparity faced by Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people in this country.
With words but no actions, this government continues to show Canadians that Indigenous women simply are not a priority,” says Ms. Groulx.

MNC Expresses Disappointment with Federal Budget

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

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"The Métis National Council put forward a strong budget proposal to support Métis citizens on issues of health, economic development, education, and languages.

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"The Métis National Council put forward a strong budget proposal to support Métis citizens on issues of health, economic development, education, and languages.
While federal investments made in the Métis Nation’s self-determined priorities since 2015 have tangibly supported and created positive changes in the lives of Métis citizens, the 2023 budget delivered today lacks critical investments in the Métis Nation’s priorities.
Recognizing the dismal picture that Canada is facing with its economy, the MNC recognizes the weaker economic outlook presented in this budget.
The MNC is committed to accountability and transparency within its operations, and to its relationships with MNC Governing Members.

Native Women’s Association of Canada Media Availability - Budget 2023

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Monday, March 27, 2023

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OTTAWA, March 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Urgent issues that directly impact the lives and well-being of Indigenous women were left off the federal 2022 budget.

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OTTAWA, March 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Urgent issues that directly impact the lives and well-being of Indigenous women were left off the federal 2022 budget.
The Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) is hopeful that the 2023 budget will include the funds necessary to address these critical issues including ending the MMIWG genocide, healing and creating economic opportunities.
NWAC CEO Lynne Groulx will be available for comment leading up to and following Budget 2023.
“Of particular importance is to see new funding for MMIWG – something that was noticeably left out of Budget 2022.“

Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) to UN Special Rapporteur: The Genocide Against Indigenous WG2STGD+ People Continues with Little Progress Made

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

The good news is that Canada is making progress on aligning its laws with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).

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The good news is that Canada is making progress on aligning its laws with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
The bad news however, is that Canada is failing miserably in addressing the ongoing MMIWG genocide.
“Indigenous sisters, mothers, aunties, daughters and nieces continue to be murdered or go missing with very little done to alleviate this urgent issue.
NWAC also discussed Indigenous women’s disempowerment in governance, citing patterns of excluding NWAC from participating in government decisions that impact Indigenous WG2STGD+ People.