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Canadian judge, senator and Indigenous reformer Murray Sinclair dies aged 73 – The Guardian
November 4, 2024 Murray Sinclair, the Anishinaabe judge, senator and university chancellor, who reshaped Canada’s legal system and forced the public to confront the brutal realities of the Indigenous residential school system, has died at the age of 73. Sinclair – whose spirit name was Mizhana Gheezhik, meaning “The One Who Speaks of Pictures in […]
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AMC Extends Condolences in the Passing of The Honourable Murray Sinclair
November 4, 2024 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg—With profound sadness, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) announces the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair. He began his journey to the spirit world last night, surrounded by loved ones. His lifelong dedication to justice, truth, and the advocacy of Indigenous rights has made him an icon of […]
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Grand Chief Cathy Merrick to Lie in State at the Manitoba Legislative Building this Wednesday
September 9, 2024 The Manitoba government announced today that Grand Chief Cathy Merrick will lie in state this Wednesday, Sept. 11. Members of the public are invited to pay their respects at the Manitoba Legislative Building between noon and 5 p.m. Photography will be prohibited in the ceremonial room where the lying in state will […]
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AMC – Calling All Bundle Carriers and Spiritual Leaders for Sunrise Prayer at The Forks
September 8, 2024 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg—In light of the tragic loss of our Grand Chief, which has deeply affected our collective community, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) invites all bundle carriers, spiritual leaders, and community members to gather in prayer at sunrise on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at Oodena Circle at The Forks. […]
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Statement on the Passing of AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I, on behalf of the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc., extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and community of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick following her sudden passing. Grand Chief Cathy Merrick was a kind and loving soul who would share her love of life […]
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Special Statement by President Chartrand on the passing of AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
Winnipeg, MB, in the National Homeland of the Red River Métis - Today, the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, expresses heartfelt condolences to the community, friends and family of Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) Grand Chief Cathy Merrick, after her sudden passing today. I have known Cathy for many, many years, […]
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Statement on the passing of AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
CPSM is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick. Our condolences go out to her family, friends, and community. Her absence will be deeply felt by many who had the honour of knowing her. She was an extraordinary leader who led with grace and gumption. Re-elected as AMC Grand Chief […]
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Statement from Premier Wab Kinew on the Passing of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
Lisa and I have known Cathy for years – as a grand chief, First Nations leader, sundancer and kookum. She was the first woman to be elected as grand chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs – something that made so many Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in our province proud. She approached her work with […]
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Indigenous leaders mourn loss of ‘warrior’ Grand Chief Cathy Merrick – CTV News
Sept. 8, 2024 Indigenous leaders came together Saturday to honour the life and legacy of Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) Grand Chief Cathy Merrick. Merrick died suddenly Friday after she collapsed outside a Winnipeg courthouse while speaking to reporters. At the time, Merrick was discussing the not-guilty verdict for Robert Jeffrey Morden in the death […]
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Statement of Assistant Commissioner Scott McMurchy on the passing of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
I am so incredibly saddened at the sudden passing of Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick. I admired Grand Chief Merrick and her commitment to service and to community. Her dedication to people, above all else, made her a strong, proud voice in this province that advocated for those in her community. The […]
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