Tainted drinking water found in several First Nations daycares and schools in Quebec
Federal officials recommend communities let the water run in order to reduce lead levels, but experts argue it isn’t a reliable solution.
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Overworked, underpaid: Ottawa’s chronic lack of funding leaves First Nations water operators behind
An investigation reveals Indigenous water operators sometimes earn less than half of what municipal operators are paid, but an Indigenous-led group in Atlantic Canada has a solution.
Report: Lifespan of First Nations water infrastructure cut short by underfunding
For decades, Ottawa allowed the situation to worsen before finally increasing funding for these facilities.
The deal is sealed, Mi’kmaq coalition partner with B.C company to buy seafood giant Clearwater
The Mi’kmaq in Nova Scotia are now one of the major players in the seafood…
Alberta cancels coal leases, pauses future sales, as opposition increases
The move has no impact on Grassy Mountain Coal Project in Crowsnest Pass
Neskantaga members return home just in time for holidays but still on a boil water advisory
Members of the Oji-Cree community of Neskantaga First Nation are back at home after being…
Manitoba chiefs not impressed with premier’s warning of exodus to the north to receive COVID-19 vaccine
Brian Pallister said there would be an exodus of people going home.
Indigenous Services admits feds will miss March 2021 target to lift First Nation water advisories
Feds to pour more money into First Nations drinking water woes.
Help coming to pandemic-hit First Nations as the number of cases grows
Officials fear skyrocketing COVID-19 infections if stricter measures aren’t taken