As Canada marks the sixth anniversary of the Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) and the fourth anniversary of the National Action Plan, the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) is calling on all levels of government to immediately and fully implement the 231 Calls for Justice … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples welcomes the introduction of Bill S-2 by Minister of Indigenous Services Mandy Gull-Masty (Abitibi–Baie-James–Nunavik–Eeyou, Que.), and is cautiously optimistic that this legislation may begin to rectify some of the longstanding harms caused by colonial policies, particularly for non-status and off-reserve Indigenous Peoples. “Bill S-2 represents a long-overdue opportunity to address some of the … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) welcomed the Speech from the Throne by King Charles III as an important opportunity to strengthen partnerships and ensure that all Indigenous Peoples—on and off-reserve—are included in building a stronger, more inclusive Canada. “This Throne Speech sets a national direction, and we are encouraged by the opportunity to work together … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples extends its congratulations to all newly appointed Cabinet Ministers in Canada. This moment of renewed leadership presents a critical opportunity for inclusive steps toward equity and reconciliation for the growing population of Indigenous Peoples living off-reserve—many of whom continue to face systemic exclusion from policy development, program access, and federal … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) is calling on all Canadians to stand in solidarity this Red Dress Day and beyond to commit to real action by supporting the 231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. “This is not just a headline—it’s a relentless grief that Indigenous families … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) stands in full solidarity with the Assembly of First Nations, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, Manitoba Keewatinoowi Okimakanak, and all other Indigenous leadership calling for an immediate halt to the planned auction of cultural and sacred items currently held by the Hudson’s Bay Company. The reported plans to auction … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) extends its sincere congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) on his election as Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party of Canada on its success in the 2025 federal election. “Prime Minister Carney’s leadership throughout the campaign was admirable, and his continued commitment to Indigenous … Read more
National Chief Brendan Moore met with Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre (Carleton, Ont.) this week to discuss the priorities and needs of the off-reserve communities we represent. The Conservative Party of Canada confirmed their support for entering into a Permanent Bilateral Mechanism with CAP, inclusion on the National Council for Reconciliation, and all other tables that are … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) is celebrating the ninth anniversary of the historic CAP/Daniels Supreme Court of Canada Decision, which confirmed that the federal government is legally accountable for the rights of Métis and Non-Status Indians. Despite the monumental decision, the federal government has failed to act – leaving hundreds of thousands without supports. “April … Read more
The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples (CAP) is calling on all Indigenous peoples, including nearly one-quarter who are Non-Status Indians, to vote in the April 28 federal election. CAP National Chief Brendan Moore says Indigenous communities face systemic threats at home and must demand equal treatment, inclusion in national dialogue, and recognition from all federal parties. … Read more
