’Home on native land’ on Parliament Hill
On Canada Day, protesters mixed with patriots. There was chanting, singing and a tense moment or two.
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How things feel around that teepee on Parliament Hill
It’s not clear how Justin Trudeau can influence this sort of Indigenous protest
Canada is seen as a global human rights beacon—but not so much, at home
As Canada works to protect human rights in the world, we have to acknowledge the failures at home, even as we fete Canada 150
The barriers for Indigenous women in entrepreneurship
Nicole Robertson on her firsthand experiences of the unique challenges of starting a small business as an Indigenous woman
On First Nations issues, ’sunny ways’ was just a phase
The Trudeau government had a rare opportunity to finally ensure Indigenous peoples receive the same basic services as other Canadians, but that moment is at risk
HBC’s ’Colonial Barbie’ comes with some baggage
The toy, emblazoned in the Hudson’s Bay Company’s iconic colours, is a hot-ticket reminder of a colonial past
An ugly homicide number we need to discuss
Aboriginal people account for a disproportionate share of homicide victims and accused murderers, a reality Canada must confront in order to halt the violence
Orthodontics a huge challenge for Northern residents
An acute lack of dental care in the North means 465 flights a year to get braces fitted and tightened
Saskatchewan: A special report on race and power
How many Indigenous people are in positions of power in Saskatchewan? We surveyed 265 of the most powerful people in the province. The results are shocking.
Why it’s time to clearly define the Crown’s role with First Nations
The role of the Queen’s representative with respect to First Nations can no longer depend on the goodwill of a particular governor general