Officials say checkpoints kept COVID-19 numbers in First Nations low, encourage planning for 2nd wave
“The chiefs were faced with a situation where they had no other choice but to make drastic decisions.”
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Feds announce $75M for orgs serving Indigenous people in cities and off reserves
The announcement comes after organizations criticized the government’s lack of action.
What you’re feeling right now might be pandemic grief, experts say
Grieving the loss of life as we knew it, security, jobs, close connections to friends and loved ones.
MPs call for more help for Indigenous women
Members of Parliament pressed the government during opening statements prior to a special committee on…
Fayth’s Story: Love, addictions and determination on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside
‘When her grandma passed away that’s when her world was taken from her.’
Saskatchewan lawyer and seamstress masses support for sewing face masks
‘After doing it for a couple of weeks friends and family started to join on.’
Nunavut communities finding work arounds to serve breakfast to students
Communities across the Nunavut territory are finding unique ways to help feeds students who would…
Listuguj First Nation in Quebec appeals to New Brunswick to open its doors
A Mi’gmaq First Nation in Quebec is appealing to the province of New Brunswick to…
First Nations communities keep lockdowns, checkpoints up as provinces reopen
“We’re definitely encouraging everyone to stay in lockdown and continue the physical distancing.”
