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Reserve housing, 1978-1988. Photo: George Mully / George Mully fonds / Library and Archives Canada / ecopy number ; Copyright: Estate of George Mully

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Myth #3: First Nations Get Free Housing on Reserves

Myth #3: First Nations get free housing on reserves. Reality: Indigenous People can apply for social housing programs offered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (“CMHC”). CMHC offers many programs to assist Indigenous and non-Indigenous...

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St. Eugene Golf Resort and Casino

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From Oppression to Opportunity: St. Eugene Golf Resort and Casino

I recently had the opportunity to golf at the St. Eugene Golf Resort and Casino, formerly the St. Eugene Indian Residential School, on the...

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sweetgrass braids

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Indigenous Sacred Plants: Sweetgrass

Sweetgrass is one of the four plants (tobacco, sage, red cedar and sweetgrass) considered sacred to Indigenous, Inuit and Métis Peoples. It is known...

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Commemorative Medal Honours First Nation and Métis Contributions to War of 1812

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, May 22, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, is proud...

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bison

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Historic Treaty No.6 Summit

Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (Canada) have always had a unique relationship with the British Monarchy through the Treaties that were agreed to...

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tug boats and logs

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Why Indigenous Engagement isn't Stakeholder Engagement

In this article, we talk about why Indigenous Engagement isn't Stakeholder Engagement. The term stakeholder is a commonly used business and...

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Canadian and Métis flags

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The Métis Flag

The Métis flag or flag of the Métis Nation features a white infinity sign on a blue background. The infinity symbol represents the mixing of two...

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ancient ceremonial club Photo: Bill McLennan

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Ancient Northwest Coast First Nations Club Returns to BC

Ancient Mowachaht-Muchalaht First Nation Club on Display at the Museum of Anthropology Reprinted with permission from the Museum of Anthropology...

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Carcross Visitor Information Centre, Yukon.

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Why Does Indigenous Self-Government Matter?

Why does Indigenous self-government matter? It matters because it is one of the key building blocks for strengthening and supporting Indigenous...

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reserve land

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Myth #2: First Nations Have No Restrictions on Reserve Lands

Myth #2: First Nations have no restrictions on reserve lands. Reality: This is another myth I frequently hear in my workshops. It supports the...

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