Press Release Department: Federal - Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario Greg Rickford (Kenora, ON) announced the final settlement of a 160-year-old land claim that will strengthen the economy and create jobs in northwestern Ontario. Rickford said that … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) issued a statement concerning the situation in Attawapiskat, ON. Duncan said that in discussions with Chief Spence the government will continue to prioritize the health and safety of the residents of Attawapiskat. Duncan added that the government has also invested in the renovation … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) issued a statement regarding the delivery of additional supplies to residents in Attawapiskat, ON. Duncan said that as a result of the direct and ongoing cooperation between the government, Emergency Management Ontario, the Canadian Red Cross and the community, it is confirmed that … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) announced that 15 modular homes have been purchased for families in Attawapiskat First Nation. Duncan said they will be delivered on the winter roads as soon as they open. Duncan said he has already offered Chief Theresa Spence two concrete solutions for families … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) issued an updated response to the situation in Attawaspiskat. Duncan said the government has acted to ensure the residents of Attawapiskat have access to safe and warm shelter for the coming months, including funding to renovate five houses, and are working with Emergency … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) issued an update on the situation in Attawapiskat, ON. Duncan said that a third party manager was in the community with department officials but when he arrived he was asked to leave by community leadership, on behalf of Chief Theresa Spence. Duncan added that … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) issued a statement on the government's response to the situation in Attawapiskat, ON. Duncan said the urgent health and safety needs of Attawapiskat First Nation continue to be a priority for the government. Duncan added that the government is working closely with Emergency Management … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) issued an update on the situation in Attawapiskat First Nation. Duncan said that the government remains deeply concerned with the situation in Attawapiskat First Nation. Duncan added that departmental officials have been in the community since November 28th to assess the situation and immediate … Read more

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) announced the government is deeply concerned with the situation in Attawapiskat First Nation. Duncan added departmental officials are in the community to meet with Chief Theresa Spence and community members to investigate why conditions are as poor as they are, given the significant funding … Read more

The government introduced Bill C-27, The First Nations Financial Transparency Act in Parliament. The legislation announced by Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan (Vancouver Island North, BC) and Member of Parliament Kelly Block (Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar, SK) builds on the government's ongoing commitment to ensuring First Nations have strong, transparent and accountable governments. It will also … Read more