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SCO Encourages Citizens to ‘Rock the Vote’ in Upcoming Federal Election on April 28
April 8, 2025 This is a critical time in the history of Turtle Island and it’s imperative that First Nations are at the table.” –Grand Chief Daniels ANISHINAABE AND DAKOTA TERRITORY, MB — With the federal election campaign in full swing, the Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) is launching a campaign to encourage southern First Nations […]
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Read MoreManitoba Study Finds Half of First Nations Birthing Parents Experience Interventions by Child and Family Services
April 8, 2025 Treaty One Territory, Manitoba – A joint study by the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) and researchers from the University of Manitoba reveals that First Nations birthing parents in Manitoba experience significantly higher rates of contact with Child and Family Services (CFS) compared to non-First Nations birthing parents. The study was published […]
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Read MoreManitoba Government Boosting Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Across Province
April 7, 2025 The Manitoba government is supporting the installation of 51 new electric vehicle charging stations across the province, boosting the network of EV infrastructure and driving the shift to greener transportation, Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced today. “Our government is committed to taking real action to fight climate change and […]
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Read MoreManitoba Government Invests $4.5 Million to Boost Tourism and the Economy
April 7, 2025 The Manitoba government is providing Travel Manitoba $4.5 million to showcase the province to the rest of Canada and encourage tourism to and within Manitoba, with 10 per cent earmarked for Indigenous Tourism Manitoba, Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism Minister Nellie Kennedy announced today. “Tourism is a key part of what makes […]
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Read MoreMKO Applauds Pimicikamak Okimawin and Misipawistik Cree Nation Leadership in Landmark Child Welfare Lawsuit
Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc.(MKO) commends Pimicikamak Okimawin and Misipawistik CreeNation for the steadfast commitment to addressing decades of systemic injustices in Manitoba’s child welfare system. Alongside Black River First Nation and the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, the leaders have launched a pivotal $2.1-billion class-action lawsuit against the federal and […]
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Read MoreSCO Hosting Information Sessions for First Nations Veterans: April 25 and 28
April 4, 2025 The Southern Chiefs’ Organization is hosting two information sessions about the Canadian Forces Racism Class Action Settlement. If you are a First Nations Veteran who experienced racism or discrimination in the Canadian Armed Forces, you may be eligible for compensation and support. Learn more about this at our information sessions taking place […]
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Read MoreMNC expert panel report riddled with errors that undermine Nationhood and perpetuate identity theft
April 4, 2025 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 roundly condemns the report released by what remains of the Métis National Council (MNC), for Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) use in distorting our identity. “There […]
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Read MoreCall for Nominations: Kevin Walters Legacy Awards
April 3, 2025 Deadline: Thursday, April 17 at 4 PM Manitoba Music’s Board of Directors is pleased to open the Kevin Walters Legacy Awards up to public nomination. The Kevin Walters Legacy Award and Kevin Walters Memorial Songwriter Award honour Kevin Walters, a long time Manitoba Music board member and music industry legend who passed away […]
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Read MoreUWinnipeg faculty awarded King Charles III Coronation Medals
April 4, 2025 Five University of Winnipeg faculty, from across disciplines, were recently awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal . This medal, marking His Majesty’s coronation on May 3, 2023, was given to individuals who have made a significant contribution to our country, province, or community. Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LMFO), a medal nominating […]
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Read MoreMMF and Métis Child and Family Services Authority response to yet more false assertions by MGEU
April 3, 2025 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 and the Métis Child and Family Services Authority are again forced to correct misinformation put out by the Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU), in […]
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