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Bill 22, the Aboriginal Consultation Levy Act
May 8, 2013 Legislation supports greater involvement for First Nations in consultation process
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Constable Steve Hanuse, Liaison Officer with the Musqueam Indian Band
Constable Steve Hanuse, who is from the ‘Namgis Nation, became the Liaison Officer with the Musqueam Indian Band in 2009. He took some time from his...
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A Primer on the Indigenous Powwow - #1 of 3 in the Powwow Series
This is the first in a series of articles on the Indigenous powwow - a short history, the dances, drums, and songs, and the all-important protocol....
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Open Letter to Minister Valcourt from Union of BC Indian Chiefs
Honourable Bernard Valcourt Minister, Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada Les Terrasses de la Chaudière, North Tower 10 Wellington...
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17 Ways to Promote Culturally Aware Classrooms
All Classrooms can benefit from strategies that promote equity and diversity. Educators can promote cultural awareness in their classrooms by...
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Books on the History of Disease and Colonial Practices
Here are some books and short reviews for you.
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The Duty to Consult: Important Lessons from Canada’s Mining Sector
Reprinted with permission from: McInnes Cooper Lawyers | Avocats Recent developments in Ontario and Yukon are an important reminder of the practical...
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Indigenous Sacred Plants: Sage
This is the last in our series on Indigenous sacred plants. Sage, along with sweetgrass, red cedar and tobacco, is one of the four plants considered...
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Turtle Island Voices - Interactive Books for Kids and Teachers
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Franklin could well have been speaking about the...
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Resolving Conflicts Between Industry and Aboriginal Communities
While Idle No More has brought national and international attention to Aboriginal issues, those within Canada’s resource sector have been keenly...