Federal health benefits program for First Nations and Inuit 'frustrating' to deal with, say clients

The Non-Insured Health Benefits program covers things like prescription drugs and glasses for eligible First Nations people ...

Charity works to get menstrual products to Kashechewan First Nation evacuees

A charity that delivers menstrual products to remote First Nations says it’s in talks with people in Kashechewan, following the community’s water crisis.

Mothers whose kids are taken face higher mortality rates — especially if they’re First Nations: Manitoba study

Mothers whose children are apprehended have a higher risk of dying prematurely — a risk that’s even higher among First ...
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First Nations chiefs call out Ottawa over pipeline deal that doesn't mention water

OTTAWA — Some First Nations chiefs are demanding answers from Ottawa after the federal government signed a pipeline agreement with Alberta that failed to make any mention of fresh water.

Dental care benefits for First Nations and Inuit falling behind Canadian standards, say dentists

The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program provides a variety of health care benefits for eligible First Nations and Inuit, with dental care accounting for the third largest expense for the ...
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Mobile veterinary team helps Indigenous communities reduce overpopulation of stray dogs and cats

Federal funding for public media has been eliminated. Take action now and protect OPB's independent journalism and essential programs for everyone. The beloved characters of James Herriot’s All ...
Outdoor Life

This First Nation Just Barred Non-Native Hunters from Its Territory for ‘Overhunting’

With just three weeks until Manitoba’s general moose opener, a First Nation in the province says it is barring non-Native hunters from hunting in its territory. The Bloodvein First Nation erected the ...

On his latest album, William Prince writes his way back to Peguis First Nation

His latest album, Further from the Country, reflects that momentum. It is bolder than his earlier work, leaning into rock ...
The Conversation

First Nations Australians are more likely to present to hospital with asthma and allergies – new research

Desalegn Markos Shifti is supported by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)-funded Centre for Food and Allergy Research (CFAR) Postdoctoral Funding. Jennifer Koplin receives ...

First Nations to own equity in new Atlantic transmission line

An agreement enabling First Nations to have an ownership stake in an Atlantic Canada clean energy project was announced on ...
The Conversation

A First Nations power authority could transform electricity generation for Indigenous nations

For this research project, Dr. Christina E. Hoicka received funding from Natural Resources Canada Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program (CERRC), Capacity Building Stream funding ...