Today, we honour a founding member of the elite 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion and First Special Service Force (Devil’s Brigade) during the Second World War, Tommy Prince, of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation. Miigwech for your service. #IndigenousVeteransDay

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Communities in dire need of programs to address trauma, Winnipeg gathering for unmarked burials hears cbc.ca/news/canada/ma…

Do you know of a First Nations family with children who require support? Jordan's Principle can help to ensure that First Nations kids can get the necessary services and supports they need, when they need them. See below for a walkthrough of the application process & timelines.

So very proud to have brought these titles into the world in 2022. ❤️🙏🏾🙌🏾

Are you a First Nations student studying children’s health or children’s disabilities at a Canadian post-secondary institution? Apply for the Jordan's Principle Scholarship! Deadline to apply is April 30, 2023! Learn more about scholarship here: fncaringsociety.com/what-you-can-d…

“Ours to Tell” This year’s #BlackHistoryMonth theme encourages all Canadians to learn the stories of Black communities and communities of African descent and their positive impact on shaping Canada. #SenCA #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth

Today, we honour the legacy of Black Canadians and will be highlighting the work of Black women, youth and gender-diverse people, as well as the vital projects of our partners and community grantees throughout this month. #BlackHistoryMonth

A boy from Wahpeton Dakota Nation has captured attention on social media because of his powwow dancing, singing and energetic spirit. cbc.ca/1.6738670

Spent the last 3.5 hours interviewing a woman (& her fam) on the land who is ready to birth her baby. She talked about forced sterilization & decolonizing birth. Stand out quote "Colonials attempted to assimilate us & eliminate us. We're ready to take back our body sovereignty.."

February 14 is a day to honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+. As people observe this day as one dedicated to Love, NAN remembers the many Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people who have been taken. They were, and still are, loved.

Indigenous communities make up just 5% of Canada, yet face 42% of wildfire evacuations. 🔥Repeat evacuations have long term negative effects on education, youth and families. 💪🌍 #Wildfire bit.ly/3qPivxt

For decades, Inuit women in Nunavik had to travel south, far from family & support, to give birth. That changed in 1986 when the North’s first midwifery clinic opened in Puvirnituq. This AM The Current on CBC Radio my doc on the remarkable midwives of Puv. 📻 cbc.ca/radiointeracti…

On Sept. 29, we are helping launch Otinichick : Taken, a multi-media touring installation addressing the legacy of residential schools, day schools, 60's Scoop, & failed child welfare policies. Open to the public. Register here: bit.ly/3r4vpb6 #truthandreconciliation

Great news for so many generations of First Nations children who have fought for years for this day. #cdnpoli Judge approves historic $23B First Nations child welfare compensation agreement | CBC News cbc.ca/news/politics/…

The Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages protects, promotes, and strengthens #IndigenousLanguages. During our meeting, we spoke about the progress made and the work that still needs to be done on the path to #reconciliation.

If you're unfamiliar with Anishinaabemowin and were wondering how to pronounce the words and phrases found in Moon of the Turning Leaves, I made a video with tips on how to read and sound out the language. Hope it helps! Aambe Nishnaabemdaa! youtu.be/PLfN5x7zzxw?si…

#LanguageIsLife. A keen researcher and teacher, 2024 Indspire Laureate for Language Ronald Eric Ignace is a living embodiment of the strength of culture – and Canada’s first-ever #IndigenousLanguages Commissioner. #IndspireAwards

The intersections between #IndigneousLanguages and #DigitalTechnology were discussed during our #UNPFII side-event! Speakers shared their expertise on opportunities the digital domain offers to indigenous languages, and the #IDIL Ad-Hoc Group on Digital Equality was launched!

Listuguj First Nation immersion classes help families learn Mi'kmaw together cbc.ca/news/canada/ne…