The federal government holds jurisdiction over First Nations education, but in B.C. that is changing. Four First Nations have negotiated with Ottawa to take over full legal control of education on their reserves, and there are more set to vote on it.Tyrone McNeil, president of the First Nations education steering committee, speaks at an event…
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First Nations brace for labour challenges brought by Omicron-fuelled COVID-19 surge
by Sue JonesMany First Nations across the country are bracing for the spread of the Omicron variant as leaders prepare for labour shortages caused by COVID-19 that could be more severe in Indigenous communities than elsewhere in Canada.Grand Chief Arlen Dumas of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs says he is deeply concerned about COVID-19 cases impacting basic…
HP’s gaming sub-brand, HyperX, a company primarily known for its PC peripherals, accessories and components, has unveiled its first-ever multi-platform controller called…
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Bearskin Lake First Nation in Ontario calls for military help as COVID-19 infects nearly half the population
by Sue JonesBearskin Lake First Nation in northwestern Ontario is dealing with 174 confirmed COVID-19 cases, close to half its on-reserve population. They include a significant number of essential workers.Bearskin Lake First Nation leaders are asking for military assistance to provide support as the community in northwestern Ontario deals with a COVID-19 spike, with 174 confirmed cases…
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Bearskin Lake First Nation in Ontario in lockdown, state of emergency with dozens of COVID-19 cases
by Sue JonesA remote First Nation in northwestern Ontario with fewer than 400 people on reserve has declared a state of emergency and gone into lockdown amid rapidly rising COVID-19 case numbers.Bearskin Lake First Nation declared a state of emergency Wednesday after dozens of people tested positive for COVID-19. (Google)A fly-in First Nation in northwestern Ontario has…
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Hulu The first photos are out today from two major upcoming projects about high-profile tech startups from charismatic CEOs that ended up…
Paramount Pictures Following the new photos yesterday, Paramount Pictures has now premiered the trailer for the upcoming romance action-adventure feature “The Lost…
Sony Pictures Sony Pictures has released the first poster for their upcoming film adaptation of “Uncharted”. Based on one of the best-selling,…