This year’s event was a true community celebration – supported by the community, for the community. Hosted by Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation and Holy Family Parish, in collaboration with Blacktown City Council, Catholic Care Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains, and the Diocese of Parramatta, the day brought together people from all walks of life to celebrate culture, build relationships, and share resources.| Catholic Outlook
Tensions over Canada’s fast-track building bill have the Kahnawà:ke band council ready to erect toll booths on provincial highways that run through their territory| The Logic
The Canadian government is investing nearly $17 million in a major off-grid solar project with the Ulkatcho First Nation, aiming to cut diesel use by 64% and advance clean energy and reconciliation goals in remote communities.| PVBuzzMedia
With names in hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ becoming an increasing part of Vancouver, here's a guide to pronounciation| vancouversun
The tweet was in response to a news article about fires that destroyed two Catholic churches in the wake of the discovery of human remains at multiple former residential schools.| Global News
Vancouver isn’t just a haven for foodies and nature lovers—it’s also home to one of the most important collections of Indigenous art in the world. In this article, writer Liisa Ladouceur explores the Museum of Anthropology at UBC, where totem poles, carvings, masks, and West Coast Indigenous Artisans tell us about the history of our country. The post Celebrating Indigenous Art in Vancouver at the Museum of Anthropology appeared first on We Explore Canada.| We Explore Canada
Discover unique Indigenous-owned lodges in British Columbia, where First Nations culture and hospitality create an unforgettable stay.| British Columbia Travel and Adventure Vacations
The Tzouhalem movie I was interviewed for in 2020 has been playing at festivals and theatres in BC. This Friday, it will be showing at Cinecenta at The University of Victoria at 3:00 and 7:00 pm. T…| Living Library
When the Métis were included in Canada’s 1982 Constitution as “aboriginal peoples”, some members complained that they’d been handed an “empty box” compared to the ample rights and treaties offered to Indian and Inuit people. Since then, however, Canada’s court system has been hard at work filling up that box. Now, with the signing of a “nation-to-nation” treaty late last year, Manitoba Métis have a box that’s positively overflowing with new rights, powers and federal cas...| C2C Journal
Back in 2022, I read an interesting little book called The Everlasting People. I wrote up a brief review on Goodreads and then went on with my life. And then I got a reply from the author, gently p…| Phil's Scribblings
Washington State made history, becoming the first—and only—place in the world to successfully remove and permanently ban commercial net pen aquacu| Green Prophet
The State of Rural Canada report provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse challenges and opportunities facing rural, remote, and northern communities across the country. While each region has its unique context, several overarching themes emerge from this fifth version of the report that paint a picture of rural Canada as a complex mosaic of… The post The State of Rural Canada appeared first on BC Rural Centre.| BC Rural Centre
It was in early-2023 when British Columbia Premier David Eby announced the Forest Enterprise Society of B.C. (FESBC) was to receive an additional $50 million in funding for forest enhancement projects in the province. The focus of the funding was to be on creating a higher level of wood utilization for wood fibre and wildfire… The post Getting the most out of B.C.’s challenged wood fibre base appeared first on BC Rural Centre.| BC Rural Centre
A new economic study focusing on local communities across BC was released today by the BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI). This study highlights the vital role of British Columbia’s forestry industry, as it touches so many communities across the province and employs British Columbians in a wide array of jobs. In 2022, the forestry… The post Study on Supply Chain and Community Benefits of the Forest Sector appeared first on BC Rural Centre.| BC Rural Centre
How Real-Time Virtual Support is helping to save lives and transform healthcare for remote, rural and Indigenous communities across B.C. Dr. Dean Johnston was in his neurology clinic in downtown Vancouver when he received a worrying call from a colleague about a patient more than a thousand kilometres away in Fort Nelson, B.C. “There were… The post Virtual Care on the Front Lines appeared first on BC Rural Centre.| BC Rural Centre
Reviving the ancient technology could help save an iconic species| ComoxValley.News
Indigenous leaders say it's crucial that positive First Nations stories are shared with non-Indigenous Australians to stamp out racism, and say NAIDOC Week is a chance for those stories to be heard. WARNING: This story contains racist and offensive language.| www.abc.net.au
Dene trust in the land: Insights from conversations with elders and youth about climate change, wildfire, & caribou conservation.| Watershed Sentinel
The Great Bear Rainforest in Bella Coola the outdoor explorer's paradise, from diverse hiking trails, salmon-rich rivers, and spirit bear viewings.| British Columbia Travel and Adventure Vacations
I’ve been writing new blog posts on LANDBACK Friends (LANDBackFriends.com) because those are the issues I’m learning and writing about now. Here is a list of July’s posts there: J…| Quakers, social justice and revolution