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Who 'discovered sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½'? Quebec says French explorer over Indigenous people: survey

Who 'discovered sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½'? Quebec says French explorer over Indigenous people: survey

OTTAWA, W.Va. — Quebecers are more inclined to say Jacques Cartier — or even Christopher Columbus — "discovered sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½," compared to the rest of the country, which points to Indigenous people, a new survey suggests.
First Indigenous Supreme Court nominee Michelle O'Bonsawin speaks at Parliament

First Indigenous Supreme Court nominee Michelle O'Bonsawin speaks at Parliament

OTTAWA — Incoming Supreme Court of sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ judge Michelle O'Bonsawin, poised to become the first Indigenous member of that bench, says she's a "tell it like it is person" and a lifelong student.

Indigenous people pay taxes: Demythologizing the Indian Act tax exemption

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Dropping mask requirements, Indigenous SCOC nominee speaks: In The News for Aug. 24

Dropping mask requirements, Indigenous SCOC nominee speaks: In The News for Aug. 24

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Aug. 24 ... What we are watching in sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ ...
Feds won't extend bilingualism bonus to employees who speak an Indigenous language

Feds won't extend bilingualism bonus to employees who speak an Indigenous language

OTTAWA — The federal Treasury Board says it has no plans to expand a bonus — now paid to employees who speak English and French — to those who know an Indigenous language.
German leader wraps up visit, no Indigenous language bonus: In The News for Aug. 23

German leader wraps up visit, no Indigenous language bonus: In The News for Aug. 23

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Tuesday, August 23, 2022 ... What we are watching in sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ ...
As inflation soars, access to Indigenous foods declines

As inflation soars, access to Indigenous foods declines

CHICAGO (AP) — Blueberry bison tamales, harvest salad with mixed greens, creamy carrot and wild rice soup, roasted turkey with squash.
Calm in the chaos: Canadian Medical Association's first Indigenous leader takes helm

Calm in the chaos: Canadian Medical Association's first Indigenous leader takes helm

GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. — In a brightly lit surgical room around sunrise, Dr. Alika Lafontaine recounts why he chose to become an anesthesiologist as he fills syringes for his first patient of the day.
Tlicho reflect on legacy of Treaty 11 during 100-year celebrations

Tlicho reflect on legacy of Treaty 11 during 100-year celebrations

BEHCHOKǪ̀, N.W.T. — As some communities in the Northwest Territories gather to celebrate 100 years since Treaty 11 was signed, many Indigenous people are reflecting on what the historic agreement means today.
Hawaii off to strong start at Little League World Series

Hawaii off to strong start at Little League World Series

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT. Pa. (AP) — A packed Lamade Stadium, a national TV audience and an opposing pitcher who tossed a no-hitter in a regional final. That would trouble a lot of teams of 10- to 12-year-olds, but not Hawaii.