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Edmonton city workers go on strike today — here’s what’s open and closed – Daily Hive
Mar 14 2024 Edmonton city workers are about to go on strike — here’s what you need to know about service disruptions. One of the City of Edmonton’s largest unions, Civic Service Union 52 (CSU 52), has provided official notice that its more than 5,000 members will begin labour action. The strike was initially planned […]
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Read MoreAlberta First Nations want Ottawa to class oilsands tailings component as toxin – CTV News
March 14, 2024 Two Alberta First Nations have asked the federal government to examine whether a component of oilsands tailings pond water known to harm fish and other animals should be classed as toxic. The move could force a long-awaited human health study into development impacts, bring the industry under new regulations and affect its […]
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Read MoreUniversity market showcases Indigenous entrepreneurs – Lethbridge Herald
March 13, 2024 As a part of the celebration of Indigenous Awareness Week at the University of Lethbridge a launch of “We are Iniskim” was showcased along with an Indigenous Merchant Market on Tuesday. In 2002 Elder Bruce Wolf Child gifted University of Lethbridge with the Blackfoot name of Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. University […]
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Read MoreHow Indigenous Communities Can Achieve Equity Ownership in Major Energy Projects | MNP – Energy Now
March 13, 2024 Indigenous communities face numerous challenges when navigating large infrastructure transactions with energy companies — including balancing different interests and a limited time availability to manage the process. Our extensive industry experience enables MNP to work closely with Indigenous communities and energy companies to help them both achieve their goals and create long-term […]
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Read MoreU of L kicks off Indigenous Awareness Week – Yahoo News Canada
Tue, March 12 University of Lethbridge celebrated the start of Indigenous Awareness Week with a Blackfoot naming ceremony, and mini powwow on Monday. Indigenous Awareness Week will be celebrated at the university until Friday. “What Indigenous Awareness Week does is bring people together and build relationships,” said vice-provost, Iniskin Indigenous Relations, Dr. Leroy Little Bear. […]
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Read More2024 Esquao Award recipients – CFWE FM
Mar 11, 2024 Co-founded by Marggo Pariseau and Muriel Stanley Venne, the Esquao Awards highlight the significant role Indigenous women hold in their home, in the healing and development of their communities, and in the building of Alberta. This year’s honoured Esquao Award recipients include leaders in education, business, the arts, community involvement, culture, children’s […]
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Read MoreIndigenous Awareness Week Kicks Off At The University Of Lethbridge – Bridge City News
March 11, 2024 Indigenous Awareness Week kicked off at the University of Lethbridge’s Science Commons on Monday morning. After prayers, a song and speeches from dignitaries, they held a mini powwow and dance demonstration. Vice-Provost for Indigenous Relations at the University, Doctor Leroy Little Bear says, this is the first year the week is being […]
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Read MoreCalgary invites Indigenous organizations to non-market housing land sale – CityNews
The city of Calgary announced Monday five land sites available for sale at below-market value, prioritizing Indigenous non-profit organizations. Silvia Naranjo reports. Read More: https://calgary.citynews.ca/video/2024/03/11/calgary-invites-indigenous-organizations-to-non-market-housing-land-sale/
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Read MoreReconciliation- Alberta First Nation Chiefs bid to keep $130 million in Federal funds for well cleanup – BOE Report
March 11, 2024 In 2020, with a $1 billion Federal government cash injection to clean up inactive wells, the Alberta government allocated $100 million of that funding to Indigenous groups with $85 million in funding allocated to First Nations and $15 million to Metis communities. Currently, over $130 million of the total Federal money allocated […]
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Read MoreAthabasca Chipewyan First Nation Takes The Alberta Energy Regulator To Court – Western Wheel
March 11, 2024 The lawsuit ask the AFCN receive at least a portion of royalties the Alberta government received from the mine which is estimated to be $300 million, in addition to $500 million in damages. (ANNews) – Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation’s (AFCN) chief served the head of the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) with lawsuit […]
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