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MMIWG: Official Statement by Commissioner Michèle Audette
June 20, 2018 On June 5th, I announced I would take time to reflect, analyze and consider my future participation in the National Inquiry in light of the Government of Canada’s deeply regrettable decision to deny the full extension requested by the Commissioners. Fully committed to my role as a Commissioner, I have always felt […]
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National Energy Board Approves Enbridge’s Line 21 Replacement Program
From National Energy Board January 25, 2018 – Calgary – National Energy Board The National Energy Board (NEB) has approved an application from Enbridge Pipelines (NW) to replace a 2.5 km segment of its Line 21 Pipeline, also known as the Norman Wells Pipeline. Enbridge applied to the NEB on March 10, 2017 after identifying a potential safety concern […]
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Media Advisory: Update on two-day Emergency Meeting on First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nation Child and Family Services
Ottawa – Please be advised that the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, will convene a two-day emergency meeting on Indigenous Child and Family Services. This meeting will include Indigenous leaders, Provincial and Territorial Ministers, community technicians, youth representatives, experts and advocates. The purpose of this meeting is to identify shared priorities and a path […]
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Bob McLeod: AME Roundup – Indigenous Partners Breakfast Opening Remarks
January 24, 2018 Good morning everyone. I want to thank you all for being in Vancouver this week at Roundup. Reconciliation with Indigenous people has become a popular topic in the national conversation over the past couple of years. I think this is a positive development and should be welcomed by the Indigenous people of […]
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Bob McLeod: AME Roundup – NWT Night Opening Remarks
January 23, 2018 Good evening and welcome to NWT night. Before things get started tonight, I would like to take a moment to simply thank each of you for coming – and for your continued interest and investment in the Northwest Territories. This event has become a bit of a tradition. A chance to celebrate […]
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Statement from Provincial and Territorial Ministers on Improving Outcomes for Indigenous Children, Youth and Families – Government of ON
January 24, 2018 6:00 A.M. Ministry of Children and Youth Services In advance of the upcoming meeting with Jane Philpott, federal Minister of Indigenous Services, on January 25-26, 2018, Provincial and Territorial Ministers with responsibility for child and family services convened to discuss emerging opportunities. The Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to addressing the overrepresentation of […]
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Mineral Resources Act What We Heard Document Released – Government of NT
YELLOWKNIFE (January 23, 2018) — The Government of the Northwest Territories has released its What We Heard report on public engagements that will inform the development of a new NWT Mineral Resources Act (MRA). The GNWT’s public engagement on the MRA encompassed seven well-attended community visits across the NWT and submissions collected from an interactive engagement […]
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Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary Arif Virani to visit Whitehorse
WHITEHORSE – Arif Virani, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage (Multiculturalism), will participate in an engagement session on Indigenous languages, as well as in meetings with members of the arts, culture and ethno-cultural communities on Wednesday. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. The details are as follows: Event […]
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New Controlled Crosswalk Opens in Yellowknife
YELLOWKNIFE (January 23, 2018) – The Department of Infrastructure is pleased to announce the opening of a new controlled crosswalk at the intersection of the Chateau Nova Hotel and Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre in Yellowknife. This crosswalk – in addition to recently installed lighting and pedestrian pathway – greatly improves visibility and safety for […]
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Canadian patients to benefit from major investment in genomics and precision health research – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Minister Wilson-Raybould highlights $75.9 million for genomics research in British Columbia, bringing new hope for Canadians living with cancer, cystic fibrosis, childhood asthma and other diseases. VANCOUVER, Jan. 23, 2018 – health promises to transform the way Canadians receive medical care. In the near future, doctors may be able to precisely diagnose symptoms based on a patient’s unique genetic […]
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