News-related items such as news releases, background information and speeches on current and historical matters relevant to Aboriginal people and Northerners from the Indian and Northern Affairs Canada Web site. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/index-eng.asp en-ca http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/Templates/images/fip-eng.jpg http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/index-eng.asp 144 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EDT Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (July 28, 2010) – A contract worth approximately $43 million for remediation work at the former Tundra Mine site was awarded today to a joint venture between two Aboriginal firms, Tlicho Environmental Engineering Services Ltd. and Aboriginal Engineering Ltd. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23395-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23395-eng.asp Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:30:00 EDT Dawson City, Yukon (July 26, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, the Government of Yukon Premier Dennis Fentie, Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Ruth Massie and chiefs from self-governing Yukon First Nations gathered today for an Intergovernmental Forum in Dawson City. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23394-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23394-eng.asp Thu, 26 Jul 2010 16:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (July 22, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today that his department will be engaging First Nations governments and organizations in an effort to revise its policy dealing with defaults in funding agreements, commonly known as the Intervention Policy. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23389-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23389-eng.asp Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:00:00 EDT Manitoba (July 19, 2010) - Speaking Notes for Shelly Glover, Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface, Manitoba On behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians Announcing a Tripartite Framework for First Nations Child and Family Services in Manitoba http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul19_2-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul19_2-eng.asp Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:00:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba (July 19, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced funding of $200,000 to go toward Winnipeg's Urban Circle Training Centre. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23393-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23393-eng.asp Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:00:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba (July 19, 2010) - Representatives of the Government of Canada, the province of Manitoba and the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC), today announced a historic framework for First Nations Child and Family Services in Manitoba. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23390-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23390-eng.asp Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:00:00 EDT Batoche, Saskatchewan (July 18, 2010) - Speaking Notes for John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians for Back to Batoche Days Event http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul19-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul19-eng.asp Mon, 19 Jul 2010 9:00:00 EDT Batoche, Saskatchewan (July 18, 2010) - Parliamentary Secretary John Duncan today participated in Back to Batoche Days in Batoche, Saskatchewan. Mr. Duncan attended the day's activities on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23392-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23392-eng.asp Sun, 18 Jul 2010 18:30:00 EDT WINNIPEG, MANITOBA (July 16, 2010) – The Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba and the City of Winnipeg made a major commitment to improve the socio-economic circumstances of local Aboriginal people with the signing of a Memorandum of Collaboration. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23391nr-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23391nr-eng.asp Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:00:00 EDT Calgary, Alberta (July 9, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and the Honourable Len Webber, Minister of Aboriginal Relations for Alberta, officially opened the Indian Village at the Calgary Stampede venue. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23387-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23387-eng.asp Fri, 9 Jul 2010 18:00:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (July 9, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the appointment of Fred Caron as Chief Federal Negotiator for negotiations on the Mohawks of Kanesatake’s Seigneury of Lake of Two Mountains specific claim. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23388-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23388-eng.asp Fri, 9 Jul 2010 15:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (July 8, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today congratulated the Alderville First Nation, the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte and the Ojibways of the Pic River First Nation on the opening of their innovative multi-unit housing developments. These projects were made possible through investments under Canada's Economic Action Plan (CEAP). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23384-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23384-eng.asp Thu, 8 Jul 2010 13:00:00 EDT Chisasibi, Quebec (July 7, 2010) – Signing Ceremony: Eeyou Marine Region Land Claims Agreement http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul07-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul07-eng.asp Wed, 7 Jul 2010 14:30:00 EDT CHISASIBI, EEYOU ISTCHEE QUEBEC (July 7, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non­Status Indians was in Quebec to sign an agreement and announce major infrastructure projects on a tour of the province, which concluded today. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23386-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23386-eng.asp Wed, 7 Jul 2010 14:30:00 EDT CHISASIBI, QUEBEC (July 7, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, Dr. Matthew Coon Come, Grand Chief of the Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee), and the Honourable Eva Aariak, Premier of Nunavut, today signed the Eeyou Marine Region Land Claims Agreement (EMRLCA). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23382-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23382-eng.asp Wed, 7 Jul 2010 13:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (July 6, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, issued the following statement today following the passage of the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act in the Senate http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23385-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23385-eng.asp Tue, 6 Jul 2010 19:00:00 EDT Québec, Quebec (July 6, 2010) – During a trip to Quebec, the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced investments planned under Canada's Economic Action Plan . The province will receive funding for projects that will improve water, school and housing facilities for First Nation communities. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23383-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23383-eng.asp Tue, 6 Jul 2010 17:00:00 EDT Québec, Quebec (July 6, 2010) – Signing Ceremony between the Government of Canada, the Province of Quebec, and Quebec First Nations for an Agreement on Income Assistance in First Nation Communities in Quebec http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul06-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jul06-eng.asp Tue, 6 Jul 2010 13:00:00 EDT Québec, Quebec (July 6, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, Pierre Corbeil, Quebec Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs, and Ghislain Picard, Chief of the Assembly of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL), announced today that they had reached a tripartite framework agreement to improve the administration of income assistance in First Nations communities. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23381-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23381-eng.asp Tue, 6 Jul 2010 11:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (July 2, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, issued a statement regarding the McIvor Decision today. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23380-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23380-eng.asp Fri, 2 Jul 2010 17:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (June 25, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, issued the following statement today: “I am deeply saddened by the sudden loss of two valuable members of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada’s Quebec Region in a tragic accident on June 23rd. Nicole Brouard and Gérald Joncas were on their way to Natashquan to work with the community on the construction of a new school, when their plane crashed on take off outside Quebec City. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23377-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23377-eng.asp Fri, 2 Jul 2010 15:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (June 30, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today that a bill enabling First Nations to fully capitalize on major commercial real estate opportunities on reserve land has received Royal Assent. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23378-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23378-eng.asp Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:30 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 23, 2010) – Today, the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, together with Grand Chief Ron Evans of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, announced the appointment of James Brook Wilson as Commissioner of the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23376-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23376-eng.asp Mon, 25 Jun 2010 11:30 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 29, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians and the Honourable John Edzerza, Minister of Environment for the Government of Yukon, announced today an agreement to fund the remediation of the Marwell Tar Pit in Whitehorse, the largest hydro-carbon contaminated site in Yukon. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23379-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23379-eng.asp Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:30 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 22, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today the reappointment of Mr. C.T. (Manny) Jules as Chief Commissioner of the First Nations Tax Commission (FNTC). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23375-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23375-eng.asp Mon, 22 Jun 2010 16:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (June 18, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, issued a statement on the Opening of Meadowbank Gold Mine. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23372-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23372-eng.asp Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:30 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 18, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, issued a statement. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23371-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23371-eng.asp Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:30 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 17, 2010) - The following statement was released by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23374-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23374-eng.asp Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario June 16, 2010 - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians recently announced that work to rebuild Boulevard Cicip, located in the Algonquin community of Lac Simon, Quebec, is nearing completion. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23373-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23373-eng.asp Wed, 16 Jun 2010 17:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba June 16, 2010 - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the Government of Canada’s intention to repeal old provisions of the Indian Act that provide the authority to establish Indian Residential Schools and remove children from their homes and communities. The announcement was made on the occasion of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s first national event on Indian Residential Schools, being held in Winnipeg, Manitoba. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23370-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23370-eng.asp Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba June 16, 2010 - Notes for an address by The Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians at the Truth and Reconciliation National Event http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju16-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju16-eng.asp Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 15, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today announced the appointment of Ms. Madeleine Basile to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Indian Residential School Survivor Committee. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23369-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23369-eng.asp Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (June 11, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today congratulates the Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation on the opening of its innovative six-unit housing development. This project was made possible thanks to an investment under Canada's Economic Action Plan (CEAP). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23366-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23366-eng.asp Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (June 11, 2010) - Ottawa, Ontario (June 11, 2010) - The following statement was released by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians: Today marks the second anniversary of the historic apology to former students of Indian Residential Schools that the Prime Minister made on behalf of the Government of Canada and all Canadians. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23368-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23368-eng.asp Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:30 EDT Norges Varemesse (Norway Trade Fairs) Lillestrøm, Norway (June 9, 2010) - Notes for an address by The Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians to the June 9th Plenary Session IPY Oslo Science Conference http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju11_a-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju11_a-eng.asp Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:00 EDT Canadian Embassy, Oslo, Norway (June 9, 2010) - Notes for an address by The Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-status Indians during a meeting of Canadian-Norwegian Business Association http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju11-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju11-eng.asp Fri, 11 Jun 2010 09:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (June 10, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today the launch of engagement sessions to obtain input about how to improve the Department's Aboriginal economic development programs. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23367-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23367-eng.asp Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:00 EDT Moscow, Russia (June 4, 2010) - Notes for an address by The Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians During a luncheon of Russian and Canadian Entrepreneurs http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju09-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ju09-eng.asp Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:00 EDT OSLO, NORWAY (June 9th, 2010) – Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians and Minister for the Canadian Northern Development Agency, today delivered a keynote address to delegates at an International Polar Year (IPY) Science Conference in Norway. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23364-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23364-eng.asp Wed, 9 Jun 2010 10:00 EDT Ottawa (June 8, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced an appointment and three re-appointments to the Yukon Environmental and Socio-Economic Assessment Board (YESAB). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23365-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23365-eng.asp Tue, 8 Jun 2010 13:30 EDT St. Petersburg, Russia (June 4th, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians and Minister for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, wrapped up his inaugural visit to Russia today following successful meetings with Russian officials to discuss Northern development and Aboriginal issues. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23363-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23363-eng.asp Fri, 4 Jun 2010 18:00 EDT Regina, Saskatchewan (June 2, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians announced today that Indian and Northern Affairs Canada is prepared to invest up to a maximum of $4 million in transitional funding through its Indian Studies Support Program (ISSP) to the University of Regina for expenses related to programming for students attending the First Nations University of Canada. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23362-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23362-eng.asp Wed, 2 Jun 2010 13:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (May 27, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and the Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today that the Government of Canada is funding the expansion of the Reserve Land and Environment Management Program. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23361-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23361-eng.asp Thu, 27 May 2010 15:15:00 EDT Vancouver, British Columbia (May 27, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced $2,783,000 in funding to the Osoyoos Indian Band for the development of the Senkulmen Enterprise Park. The Osoyoos Indian Band is investing $1,000,000 in the project. Other contributing partners include the Department of Western Economic Diversification and the Bank of Montreal. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23360-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23360-eng.asp Thu, 27 May 2010 14:15:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (May 26, 2010) – The Government of Canada is taking action to help ensure First Nations have safe, clean drinking water. Today, Bill S-11, the Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act was introduced in Parliament. At the same time, the Government of Canada announced the two year extension of the First Nations Water and Wastewater Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23358-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23358-eng.asp Wed, 26 May 2010 13:30:00 EDT I'm very pleased to be in Iqaluit today and to be joined by my colleague, Minister of Health Leona Aglukkaq. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ma212010-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ma212010-eng.asp Fri, 21 May 2010 15:00:00 EDT IQALUIT, NUNAVUT (May 21, 2010) – A new northern food retail subsidy program called Nutrition North Canada will make healthy food more accessible and affordable to Canadians living in isolated Northern communities, thanks to the Government of Canada. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23356-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23356-eng.asp Fri, 21 May 2010 10:00:00 EDT YELLOWKNIFE (May 20, 2010) – Northern Voices, Northern Waters: The Northwest Territories Water Stewardship Strategy, a collaborative approach to responsible water stewardship, was released jointly today by the Northwest Territories Department of Environment and Natural Resources and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23355-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23355-eng.asp Fri, 21 May 2010 10:00:00 EDT Iqaluit, NU (May 20, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and the Honourable Eva Aariak, Premier of Nunavut, today announced additional financial support for the construction of a fisheries research vessel to be operated by the Government of Nunavut. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23357-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23357-eng.asp Thu, 20 May 2010 19:00:00 EDT Ottawa, ONTARIO (May 18, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today the reappointment of Chief Clarence Louie as Chairperson of the National Aboriginal Economic Development Board for a three-year term. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23354-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23354-eng.asp Tue, 18 May 2010 14:00:00 EDT OTTAWA (May 17, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the appointment of Mr. Jeff Walker as alternate member and the appointment of Mr. Keith Hickling as a member of the Sahtu Renewable Resources Board for five-year terms. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23353-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23353-eng.asp Mon, 17 May 2010 13:30:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (May 14, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today announced that Douglas George Phillips has been re-appointed to serve a second term of three years as Yukon Administrator. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23351-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23351-eng.asp Fri, 14 May 2010 11:50:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (May 12, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today introduced in the House of Commons Bill C-25, the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23350-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23350-eng.asp Wed, 12 May 2010 16:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (May 12, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today reintroduced legislation to facilitate the development of major commercial real estate on reserve land when requested by the band. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23349-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23349-eng.asp Wed, 12 May 2010 15:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (May 12, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians issued the following statement today: “On the occasion of the Treaty Day at the Manitoba Legislative Assembly, the Government of Canada is proud to celebrate the treaties and their importance with all Manitobans. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23348-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23348-eng.asp Wed, 12 May 2010 13:15:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (May 11, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians issued the following statement today: “I want to extend my congratulations to the President of the Nisga’a Lisims Government, Mr. Mitchell Stevens, and the Nisga’a people on the 10th anniversary of the effective date of the Nisga’a Final Agreement.  http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23346-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23346-eng.asp Tue, 11 May 2010 14:00:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO ( May 10, 2010) The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians issued the following statement today on the passing of Bertha Allen, a prominent advocate for Aboriginals and Northern women. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23347-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23347-eng.asp Tue, 11 May 2010 13:30:00 EDT NORTH SPIRIT LAKE FIRST NATION, ONTARIO (May 6, 2010) - Greg Rickford, Member of Parliament for Kenora, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today, with the North Spirit Lake First Nation, celebrated the start of construction of the community’s new school. This project was made possible through Canada's Economic Action Plan . http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23345-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23345-eng.asp Thu, 6 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES (May 3, 2010) - The North has always inspired explorers and investors to seek their fortunes in this remote part of the world. And today the lure of the North is stronger than ever before. In recent years, an economic boom has seen Yellowknife become the centre of diamond production in Canada – but there is vast potential all across the North, and the diamond industry is only one small part of this wealth. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ma042010-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/ma042010-eng.asp Tue, 4 May 2010 15:15:00 EDT YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES (May 3, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians and Minister of the Canadian Economic Development Agency, today announced an Action Plan to improve northern regulatory regimes. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23341-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2010/23341-eng.asp Mon, 3 May 2010 15:00:00 EDT Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (April 30, 2010) - Speaking Notes for Rob Clarke Member of Parliament for Desnethé-Missinippi-Churchill River On behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians Announcing a Saskatchewan First Nation Infrastructure Fund Investment http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/apr30-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/apr30-eng.asp Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:15:00 EDT SASKATOON, SK (April 30, 2010) - Rob Clarke, Member of Parliament for Desenthé-Missinippi-Churchill River, on behalf of Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, was pleased to announce today that 26 First Nations communities in Saskatchewan will be receiving access to high-speed internet and cellular telephone service over the next three years – thanks to a combined investment of more than $16.8 million by Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) and SaskTel. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23344-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23344-eng.asp Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:30:00 EDT REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN (April 29, 2010) — Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the Government of Canada will provide $3 million to the University of Regina for expenses related to programming for students attending the First Nations University of Canada. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23343-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23343-eng.asp Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:15:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (April 29, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the completion of construction of an innovative eight-unit housing development for Saugeen First Nation in Ontario. This project was made possible thanks to an investment of $1.17 million under Canada's Economic Action Plan http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23342-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23342-eng.asp Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:00:00 EDT TORONTO, ONTARIO (April 28, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today met for the second time with a working group composed of Provincial and Territorial Ministers responsible for Aboriginal Affairs and national Aboriginal leaders. The previous meeting took place on October 29, 2009. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23340-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23340-eng.asp Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:30:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (April 21, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced support today for a new program aimed at increasing the participation of Saskatchewan Métis businesses in the resource and energy sectors. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23339-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23339-eng.asp Wed, 21 Apr 2010 09:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (April 20, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the expansion of a program aimed at helping First Nation and Métis communities establish resource and energy businesses in Saskatchewan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23338-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23338-eng.asp Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:00:00 EDT Ohsweken Six Nations, Ontario (April 16, 2010) – Speaking Notes for Member of Parliament Phil McColeman (Brant) on behalf of The Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians for the Groundbreaking Ceremony to celebrate the start of construction for the Six Nations of the Grand River http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/apr162-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/apr162-eng.asp Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:00:00 EDT HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA (April 16, 2010) - The Government of Canada and the Province of Nova Scotia today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that marks another step forward in providing emergency response and recovery services in First Nation communities in Nova Scotia.  http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23337-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23337-eng.asp Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:30:00 EDT HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA (April 16, 2010) - The Government of Canada continues to support economic development opportunities for Aboriginal communities throughout Atlantic Canada. The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, was joined today by Chief Lawrence Paul of the Millbrook First Nation and Chief Terrance Paul of the Membertou First Nation, as he announced nearly $6.3 million for Aboriginal economic development projects throughout Atlantic Canada. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23335-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23335-eng.asp Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:30:00 EDT OHSWEKEN, ONTARIO (April 16, 2010) – Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, together with William K. Montour, Chief of Six Nations of the Grand River, today announced the start of construction for the First Nation’s new water treatment plant. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23334-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23334-eng.asp Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:30:00 EDT Moncton, New Brunswick (April 16, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians announced an investment of approximately $7 million to assist 11 First Nations with 17 capital infrastructure projects including water and waste water infrastructure, road construction and maintenance and emergency management throughout the Atlantic Region. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23336-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23336-eng.asp Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:00:00 EDT Moncton, New Brunswick (April 16, 2010) – Speaking Notes for The Honourable Chuck Strahl, PC, MP Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians for the Capital Infrastructure Projects Announcement for First Nations Communities in Atlantic Region http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/apr16-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/apr16-eng.asp Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (April 1, 2010) – April 1, 2010, the Court of Appeal for British Columbia granted a 3-month extension of the declaration of invalidity that resulted from the McIvor v. Canada ruling. The Government of Canada now has until July 5, 2010 to amend certain registration provisions of the Indian Act that the BC court deemed to be discriminatory. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23333-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23333-eng.asp Thu, 1 Apr 2010 18:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 31, 2010) –The Government of Canada today introduced in the Senate legislation to resolve the longstanding issue of on-reserve matrimonial real property. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23332-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23332-eng.asp Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:30:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (March 31, 2010) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today marked the 50th anniversary of the right to vote for First Nations. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23330-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23330-eng.asp Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:30:00 EDT Regina, Saskatchewan (March 30, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today announced that Indian and Northern Affairs Canada is prepared to invest up to $3M through the Indian Studies Support Program (ISSP) to an eligible post-secondary institution in good standing for expenses related to programming for students attending the First Nations University of Canada so that students can finish their academic year which ends August 31, 2010. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23331-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23331-eng.asp Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:15:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 29, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians issued the following statement today: http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23329-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23329-eng.asp Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:40:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (March 29, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and his U.S. counterpart, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar sign a Memorandum of Understanding to improve the quality of life of Indigenous peoples and northerners in each country. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23328-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23328-eng.asp Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:30:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (March 26, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians announced today that Canada is moving to create a forum for talks between the Innu residing in both Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador regarding their overlapping claims. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23327-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23327-eng.asp Fri, 26 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 24, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, the Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Regions and the Land Occupancy of the Territory, Laurent Lessard, and the Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs, Pierre Corbeil, have announced the renewal of an agreement between the Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec and the Inuit of Nunavik that will translate into construction of around 340 housing units in Nunavik. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23326-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23326-eng.asp Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 23, 2010) — The following statement was released by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/stmtfnu-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/stmtfnu-eng.asp Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 17, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, is pleased to announce Canada’s approval of a funding agreement between Canada, Quebec and the Inuit of Nunavik for housing for the next five years. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23325-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23325-eng.asp Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 11, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today introduced in the House of Commons Bill C-3, Gender Equity in Indian Registration Act. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23324-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23324-eng.asp Wed, 11 Mar 2010 9:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (March 10, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-status Indians, today announced the start of construction to renovate and expand the Uauitshitun School in the community of Natashquan, Quebec. This project was made possible thanks to an investment of $6.4 million under Canada's Economic Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23323-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23323-eng.asp Tue, 10 Mar 2010 10:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (February 26, 2010) - Greg Rickford, Member of Parliament for Kenora, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced that the North Spirit Lake First Nation has awarded the contract for its new school. This project was made possible through Canada's Economic Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23318-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23318-eng.asp Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EDT Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (February 25, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians and the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services announced today the awarding of a contract worth approximately $19 million for remediation work at the former Colomac mine site. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23322-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23322-eng.asp Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:00:00 EDT Webequie First Nation, Ontario (February 25, 2010) - Speaking Notes for Member of Parliament Greg Rickford (Kenora) on behalf of Minister Strahl for the Contract Award Announcement for the Construction of a Diesel Generating Station Facility for Webequie First Nation. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/feb25-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/feb25-eng.asp Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EDT Webequie First Nation, Ontario (February 25, 2010) - Greg Rickford, Member of Parliament for Kenora, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced that the Webequie First Nation has awarded the contract for its new 1.0 megawatt diesel generating station. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23321-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23321-eng.asp Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:30:00 EDT Tsuu T'ina Nation, Calgary, Alberta (February 24, 2010) - The Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta and the Assembly of Treaty Chiefs in Alberta have signed an historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on education. The MOU provides a common vision for strengthening learning and educational success for First Nation learners. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23319-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23319-eng.asp Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (February 23, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians; Mr. Pierre Corbeil, Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs for the Government of Quebec; Innu First Nation Chief Denis Ross of Essipit; Chief Gilbert Dominique of Mashteuiatsh; and Chief François Bellefleur of Nutashkuan, met today to discuss comprehensive land claim negotiations with the two levels of government. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23320-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23320-eng.asp Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:15:00 EDT Vancouver, British-Columbia (February 12, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today signed a new work plan with the Honourable Viktor Fyodorovich Basargin, Minister of Regional Development of the Russian Federation, to implement concrete activities under the 2007 Memorandum of Understanding on the Cooperation of Northern Development and Aboriginal Issues. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23317-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23317-eng.asp Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (February 12, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today announced progress on two programs to improve First Nation education. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23316-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23316-eng.asp Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (February 11, 2010) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the appointment of Peter Kusugak as a member of the Nunavut Wildlife Management Board (NWMB). Mr. Kusugak brings industry and regulatory experience in Nunavut's resource management to his new role. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23315-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23315-eng.asp Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:00:00 EDT Whitehorse, Yukon (February 9, 2010) - The Government of Yukon and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) are co-hosting the First Nation Governance: Building on Experience conference February 9 to 11, 2010 in Whitehorse. The conference will bring together First Nation, Yukon and federal government representatives to share knowledge, build partnerships and strengthen working relationships. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/fngc-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/fngc-eng.asp Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (February 8, 2010) - Speaking Notes for the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State for Sport on behalf of Minister Strahl at the Official Opening of the 2010 Aboriginal Pavilion for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/feb8-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/feb8-eng.asp Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (February 8, 2010) - The following statement was released by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, regarding the First Nations University of Canada (FNUC). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/stmtfnuc-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/stmtfnuc-eng.asp Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EDT YALE FIRST NATION, B.C. - The Chief Negotiators of Yale First Nation, British Columbia and Canada today initialled the Yale Final Agreement, marking a significant step forward in bringing certainty and economic prosperity to the community. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23314-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23314-eng.asp Fri, 5 Feb 2010 14:15:00 EDT February 1, 2010 —The Honourable Chuck Strahl,and Brendan Sheppard, today announced an accelerated process for updating the membership list for the Qalipu Mi'kmaq First Nation Band to be established in early 2010 for the Mi'kmaq of Newfoundland. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23313-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23313-eng.asp Mon, 1 Feb 2010 20:30:00 EDT (January 25, 2010) — Speaking Notes for The Honourable Chuck Strahl Regarding a Proposed Claim Settlement with the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jan25-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jan25-eng.asp Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:30:00 EDT (January 25, 2010) — A major breakthrough in claim talks was announced today by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and Chief Bryan LaForme of the Mississaugas of the New Credit (MNC) First Nation. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23312-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23312-eng.asp Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:30:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba (January 21, 2010) — The Government of Canada is providing support to the Fisher River Cree Nation for a new cottage development that will present new economic and job opportunities for the community. Federal and provincial governments are partnering with the First Nation on the project, which will see the development of 88 cottage lots along lake-front property on the west side of Lake Winnipeg. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23311-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23311-eng.asp Thur, 21 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (January 19, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today the reappointment of Jack R. Williams for a three-year term as a member of the Inuvialuit Arbitration Board. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23310-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23310-eng.asp Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (January 18, 2010) — The Government of Canada and the Caldwell First Nation have taken a decisive step forward in talks to resolve an outstanding specific claim in southwestern Ontario. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23309-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23309-eng.asp Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (January 15, 2010) — The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the appointment of Ms. Nellie T. Kusugak to the position of Deputy Commissioner of Nunavut. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23308-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23308-eng.asp Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:00:00 EDT Thunder Bay, Ontario (January 15, 2010) — First Nations government and economic development leaders gathered together this week with the governments of Canada and Ontario on a coordinated approachto build more sustainable economies in First Nations across Ontario. Productive partnerships, thriving businesses and good jobs are crucial to improving the quality of life in First Nations communities. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23307-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23307-eng.asp Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:00:00 EDT Moose Deer Point First Nation, Mactier, Ontario (January 15, 2009) - Moose Deer Point First Nation will benefit from the construction of a new water system, thanks to Canada’s Economic Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23306-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/j-a2010/23306-eng.asp Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pembroke, Ontario(January 11, 2010) - Speaking Notes for The Honourable Chuck Strahl at the Opening of the Algonquin Consultation Office http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jan11-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2010/jan11-eng.asp Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:00:00 EDT Calgary, Alberta (December 18, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-status Indians, and Métis National Council (MNC) President Clément Chartier, together with the MNC Board of Governors, the Métis Settlements General Council and Aboriginal Affairs Ministers from the five western-most provinces met this week to discuss Métis Nation economic development. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23303-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23303-eng.asp Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (December 18, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the reappointment of Mr. Bruce MacDonald as a member of the Wek'èezhìi Renewable Resources Board for a three-year term. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23304-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23304-eng.asp Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (December 18, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the appointment of Ms. Camilia Zoe-Chocolate as a member of the Wek'èezhìi Land and Water Board for a three-year term. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23305-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23305-eng.asp Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (December 14, 2009) http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/de142009-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/de142009-eng.asp Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (December 10, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today introduced the First Nations Certainty of Land Title Act that will enable First Nations across Canada to develop commercial real estate on reserve land. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23302-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23302-eng.asp Wed, 10 Dec 2009 10:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (December 9, 2009) - The Government of Canada is pleased to announce that the International Polar Year (IPY) "From Knowledge to Action" Conference will be hosted in Montreal, Quebec, April 22-27, 2012. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23301-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23301-eng.asp Wed, 9 Dec 2009 10:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (December 7, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians and Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, today announced the significant progress demonstrated through Canada's Economic Action Plan and the benefits to Aboriginal communities from coast to coast to coast through job creation. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23298-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23298-eng.asp Mon, 7 Dec 2009 13:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (November 30, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the reappointment of Jerry Lampert to the British Columbia Treaty Commission http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23297-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23297-eng.asp Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EDT Toronto, Ontario (November 30, 2009) - Daryl Kramp, Member of Parliament for Prince Edward-Hastings, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, together with the Honourable John Milloy, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities and Leona Dombrowsky, Member of Provincial Parliament for Prince Edward-Hastings, today announced $600,000 to support the First Nations Technical Institute's. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23296-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23296-eng.asp Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (November 27, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians issued the following statement today on the passing of Nelson Leeson, President of the Nisga'a Lisims Government. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23295-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23295-eng.asp Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (November 26, 2009) - The Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada, the Honourable Christian Paradis, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and the Chief of the Unamen Shipu Montagnais Band Council, Mr. George Bacon, announced today that improvements to the drinking water treatment facilities in Unamen Shipu (La Romaine) are complete. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23291-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23291-eng.asp Thur, 26 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EDT Whitehorse, Yukon (November 18, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today announced funding to the Government of Yukon to help the territory adapt to the impacts of climate change. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada | Government of Canada http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23290-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23290-eng.asp Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (November 16, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians today issued the following statement on behalf of the Government of Canada, Commemorating Louis Riel. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada | Government of Canada http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23288-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23288-eng.asp Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (November 13, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the reappointment of Mr. Danny Bayha as a member of the Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board for a three-year term. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada | Government of Canada http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23289-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23289-eng.asp Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:00:00 EDT Courseulles-sur-Mer, France (November 11, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians attended a Remembrance Day ceremony today at Juno Beach. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada | Government of Canada http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23287-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23287-eng.asp Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (October 30, 2009) - A statement was released today by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, on the election of Guy Lonechild as Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23286-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23286-eng.asp Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (October 30, 2009) - A statement was released today by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Office of the Treaty Commissioner (OTC) of Saskatchewan and the launch of its Legacy Project. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23285-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23285-eng.asp Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (October 29, 2009) - Statement of Condolence from Minister Chuck Strahl on the Passing of Edward Head, Manitoba Métis Federation Founder http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23284-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23284-eng.asp Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:00:00 EDT Calgary, Alberta (October 23, 2009) - Speaking Notes for The Honourable Chuck Strahl at the Workshop on Northern Issues,hosted by the Canada School of Energy and Environment http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/oc232009-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/oc232009-eng.asp Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:00:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba (October 22, 2009) - The Government of Canada, the Government of Manitoba, and First Nations in Manitoba, represented by the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) and the Southern Chiefs Organization, have signed a Letter of Understanding on education to work together to help First Nation students in Manitoba fulfill their learning potential. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23281-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23281-eng.asp Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:00:00 EDT Hobbema, Alberta (October 22, 2009) - Member of Parliament for Wetaskiwin, Blaine Calkins, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today congratulated the Samson Cree Nation on the grand opening of its latest economic development venture, Cree Star Transport Ltd. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23282-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23282-eng.asp Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT Little Black River, Manitoba (October 21, 2009) - Little Black River First Nation, in partnership with Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC), today celebrated the grand opening of the Little Black River School. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23280-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23280-eng.asp Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:58:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba (October 19, 2009) - The Government of Canada and the Province of Manitoba today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that marks another step forward in improving delivery of emergency management programs in First Nation communities. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23268-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23268-eng.asp Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EDT Vancouver, BC (October 16, 2009) - Andrew Saxton, MP (North Vancouver) and Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the Treasury Board, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced financial support to assist five Aboriginal art groups to exhibit their works at 2010 Winter Games venues and additional support to stage the 2010 Games Aboriginal Fine Art Auction and Art Market being launched today in Vancouver. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23279-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23279-eng.asp Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (October 15, 2009) - The construction of a new school at the Wabaseemoong First Nation has begun thanks to funding provided through Canada's Economic Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23278-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23278-eng.asp Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:30:00 EDT Regina, Saskatchewan (October 14, 2009) - Member of Parliament for Desnethé-Missinippi-Churchill River, Rob Clarke, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced that Black Lake and Fond du Lac Denesuline First Nations have begun the construction of new lagoon projects funded through Canada's Economic Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23276-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23276-eng.asp Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (October 8, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the appointment of Mr. John David Pollard to the Board of the First Nations Statistical Institute (FNSI). http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23275-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/23275-eng.asp Thu, 8 Oct 2009 18:30:00 EDT Moose Deer Point First Nation, Ontario (October 5, 2009) - The Honourable Tony Clement, MP for Parry Sound-Muskoka, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for FedNor, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today congratulated the Moose Deer Point First Nation on a significant step towards building a new water treatment plant. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000466-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000466-eng.asp Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:30:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (October 4, 2009) - The following statement was released today by the Honourable Rob Nicholson, Minister of Justice, the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, the Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of Public Safety and the Honourable Helena Guergis, Minister of State (Status of Women), on the occasion of the 4th annual Sisters in Spirit vigil: http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000465-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000465-eng.asp Sun, 4 Oct 2009 18:00:00 EDT The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, announced today the appointment of Serge M. Lamarche for a three-year term as a member of the Inuvialuit Arbitration Board. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000464-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000464-eng.asp Fri, 2 Oct 2009 15:00:00 EDT Saint John's, Newfoundland and Labrador (September 28, 2009) - The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Minister responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today congratulated the Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation on the ground breaking of Phase I of its new wastewater treatment facility for the community located 40 kilometres from the town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000460-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000460-eng.asp Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (September 28, 2009) - The following statement was released today by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and the Honourable Helena Guergis, Minister of State (Status of Women), on the election of Ms. Jeannette Corbiere Lavell as the new President of the Native Women’s Association of Canada: http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000459-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000459-eng.asp Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (September 28, 2009) - The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Film Institute and Library and Archives Canada, is hosting a three-day film festival at Library and Archives Canada in Ottawa, September 28-30, 2009 to celebrate International Polar Year and raise awareness of Arctic research. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000462-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000462-eng.asp Mon, 28 Sep 2009 19:00:00 EDT Lac Seul, Ontario (September 25, 2009) - Member of Parliament for Kenora, Greg Rickford, on behalf of the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Metis and Non-Status Indians announced today, in partnership with the Lac Seul First Nation, the official opening of the community's new causeway and bridge span. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000458-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000458-eng.asp Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:00:00 EDT Haines Junction, Yukon (September 23, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, Yukon Premier Dennis Fentie, Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Andy Carvill and chiefs from self-governing Yukon First Nations gathered today for an Intergovernmental Forum in Haines Junction. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000457-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000457-eng.asp Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:00:00 EDT Now is the time for Canadians to take the necessary steps to help control the spread of the H1N1 flu virus. Now is the time for us to make sure that, if illnesses do occur, we are in the best position possible to get people the care they need. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/spch000000456-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/spch000000456-eng.asp Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT Ottawa (September 19, 2009) - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development (INAC), and Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief, Shawn Atleo, met today to sign a Communications Protocol to affirm their commitment to work together on pandemic planning efforts. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000452-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000452-eng.asp Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:00:00 EDT Fort Qu'appelle, Saskatchewan (September 16, 2009) - The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) have reached a tripartite agreement on an interim process to implement Jordan's Principle. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000450-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000450-eng.asp Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:00:00 EDT LYTTON FIRST NATION, BRITISH COLUMBIA (SEPTEMBER 11, 2009) – The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, congratulated Lytton First Nation on the grand opening of its new school today. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000449-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000449-eng.asp Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:00:00 EDT Winnipeg, Manitoba (September 3, 2009) - Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) celebrated the beginning of construction of a new high school today, thanks to the Government of Canada's Economic Action Plan. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000445-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000445-eng.asp Thu, 3 Sep 2009 12:20:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (September 2, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and non-Status Indians, today announced $3.1 million in funding for the purchase of fire trucks, firefighting equipment, and related training for Ontario First Nations. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000447-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2009/nr000000447-eng.asp Wed, 2 Sep 2009 14:20:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (August 28, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today congratulated Nipissing First Nation on the commissioning of its new Garden Village Water and Wastewater Treatment facilities. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000444-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000444-eng.asp Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (August 27, 2009) - The following statement was released by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000442-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000442-eng.asp Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:00:00 EDT OTTAWA, ONTARIO (August 27, 2009) - The Wabaseemoong First Nation has awarded the contract to build its new school to Penn-Co Construction Canada Ltd. This project was made possible through Canada's Economic Action Plan http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000443-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000443-eng.asp Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:00:00 EDT SUMMERSIDE, PEI (August 26, 2009) - Representatives of the Government of Canada, the province of Prince Edward Island and the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of Prince Edward Island (MCPEI), today announced a historic framework for First Nations Child and Family Services in Prince Edward Island. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000440-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000440-eng.asp Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:00:00 EDT Gaspe, QC (August 26, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Metis and Non-Status Indians; Deputy Premier Nathalie Normandeau, Minister of Natural Resources and Wildlife, Minister responsible for the Northern Plan, and Minister responsible for the Gaspesie-Magdalen-Islands region; and Mr. Pierre Corbeil, Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs for the Government of Quebec met with the leaders of the Mi'gmawei Mawiomi, Councillor Quentin Condo, Gesgapegiag; Chief Claude Jeanotte, Gespeg; and Chief Alison Metallic, Listuguj, to commemorate the signing of the Niganita'suatas'gl Ilsutaqann (NI) Agreement in the riding of the Member of the National Assembly of Quebec for Gaspe, Mr. Georges Mamelonet. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000441-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000441-eng.asp Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:00:00 EDT Kahnawake, Quebec (August 25, 2009) - Representatives from the Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec and the Assembly of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador today announced a historic framework for First Nations child and family services in Quebec. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000435-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000435-eng.asp Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:00:00 EDT On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would like to express my deep sadness at the passing of Chief Denton George, who died in his sleep on Sunday, August 16, 2009 at the relatively young age of 58. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000432-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/m-a2009/nr000000432-eng.asp Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:00:00 EDT Ottawa, Ontario (August 24, 2009) - The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, today announced the federal government’s engagement plan for the development of legislative amendments to the registration provisions of the Indian Act in the wake of the landmark ruling of the Court of Appeal for British Columbia in the Sharon McIvor case. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/spch000000431-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/spch000000431-eng.asp Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:00:00 EDT On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would like to extend my most sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Chief Viola Wyse who died suddenly on Monday, August 17, 2009 at her home on the Snuneymuxw First Nation reserve on Vancouver Island. http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/spch000000430-eng.asp http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/spch/2009/spch000000430-eng.asp Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:30:00 EDT Good morning ladies and gentlemen. I want to thank Minister Aglukkaq for that kind introduction. I also want to thank her for the tremendous contribution she is making not just as the Member of Parliament for Nunavut, but as Canada's Minister of Health. She brings a whole new perspective to both our caucus and our cabinet. http://www.pm.gc.ca/eng/media.asp?id=2754 http://www.pm.gc.ca/eng/media.asp?id=2754 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:00:00 EDT