Federal government boosts scrutiny of businesses claiming to be Indigenous-owned – Global News
March 4, 2026 Indigenous Services Canada is promising stricter enforcement against businesses falsely claiming to be Indigenous-owned in order to gain preferential access to billions worth of federal government contracts,…
Hundreds stand ‘Shoulder to Shoulder’ at Halifax rally for Indigenous rights, environment, democracy – Halifax Examiner
March 4, 2026 Hundreds of Nova Scotians joined their Mi’kmaq allies to protest Premier Tim Houston’s austerity budget, which has slashed millions in grants to vulnerable groups. The Shoulder to…
Carney to address Australian parliament as Poilievre heads to Berlin – iPolitics
March 4, 2026 What’s happening on (and off) Parliament Hill, plus the news you need to start your day. As yet, there’s no official word yet on Prime Minister Mark…
Alberta’s Indigenous Tourism: Growth, Challenges, and Future Vision – Alberta Native News
March 2, 2026 (ANNews) – Alberta is building a vibrant Indigenous tourism sector, with experiences ranging from Métis Crossing and River Cree Resort and Casino to evening markets and immersive…
Ottawa, Musqueam Nation sign deals recognizing Aboriginal land title – CityNews Vancouver
March 3, 2026 A deal between the federal government and the Musqueam First Nation is still attracting attention and confusion, days after the announcement. Nearly two weeks ago, the federal…
Closing Canada’s digital divides: what it means, why it matters and how communities are leading the way – CIRA
In 2026, it is clear digital connection isn’t a luxury, but a lifeline. Yet across Canada, people and organizations continue to face barriers that prevent them from fully participating in…
When Indigenous Owners Become the Target – Resource Works
March 3, 2026 The attack on Gitxsan Development Corporation vehicles isn’t an isolated incident — it’s the logical endpoint of a campaign that has learned to treat Indigenous economic actors…
Rob Shaw: Eby caught in contradiction over Musqueam title agreement – Business in Vancouver
March 3, 2026 Premier claims he wasn’t briefed on deal signed a few feet away from him last month As Metro Vancouver residents scrambled Monday to understand what a new…
Conservationists sidelined in lead-up to New Brunswick strategy for ‘sustainable mining’ – NB Media Co-op
March 3, 2026 Minerals strategy released at industry convention commits to ‘meaningful Indigenous participation’ The provincial government’s newly released mining industry strategy contains multiple references to “environmental stewardship,” but the…
First Peoples Law Report February 25 – March 3, 2026 – First Peoples Law
National news featured federal legislation and budget cuts, clean energy projects, Jordan’s Principle, and the Jay Treaty Indigenous leaders outline priorities for spring sitting of Parliament | APTN News Indigenous-led clean energy projects could help clean…
