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National Indigenous News - August 18 · National Indigenous Newscasts

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  SPEAKER_00: Here's your latest national indigenous news on the Windspeaker Radio Network.
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  SPEAKER_00: I'm Brooklyn Britain.
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  SPEAKER_00: An Alberta chief is calling for more respect from the provincial government after its Indigenous Relations Minister missed a marquee event commemorating the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6 on Monday.
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  SPEAKER_00: Joey Pete, the Grand Chief of the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations, told reporters at Edmonton City Hall that the lack of representation from Premier Daniel Smith's government says a lot.
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  SPEAKER_00: He said if we want true reconciliation, it's time that they, quote, need to come and sit at the table with us and understand treaty and respect us and stop pushing us aside.
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  SPEAKER_00: Yesterday, the 150th celebration event hosted by the City of Edmonton and Mayor Andrew Knack saw indigenous leaders and elders participate in ceremonies, drumming, dancing, and the raising of the Treaty Six flag at Churchill Square.
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  SPEAKER_00: Knack also issued a proclamation for Treaty Six Recognition Day in Edmonton.
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  SPEAKER_00: Alberta Indigenous Relations Minister Rajan Saheen's office said in a statement that she was away but committed to maintaining strong relationships.
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  SPEAKER_00: SANY's press secretary, Kara Folk, said the 150th anniversary is a significant milestone and a time to reflect on history while also looking ahead.
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  SPEAKER_00: Folk said the minister will continue to engage with Treaty Six First Nations and Indigenous leaders as this important anniversary is commemorated, Folk said.
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  SPEAKER_00: The 150th Celebration Treaty event is the first of many planned in Edmonton throughout the week to mark the anniversary, including a reenactment of the treaty signing.
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  SPEAKER_00: More commemoration events are scheduled to take place this weekend at Fort Carleton in Saskatchewan.
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  SPEAKER_00: According to National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepanak, more than thirty thousand First Nations children who were removed from their homes have now received compensation through the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan's principal settlement.
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  SPEAKER_00: Over$1.2 billion has been provided in compensation to eligible claimants, marking an important milestone in one of Canada's largest class action settlements.
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  SPEAKER_00: The claims period remains open for removed child class and removed child family claimants.
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  SPEAKER_00: Claims can be submitted online by mail or fax.
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  SPEAKER_00: Each claim is individually reviewed to ensure that every claimant has the opportunity to have their claim assessed.
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  SPEAKER_00: Those who may be eligible for compensation under the removed child and family class include First Nations individuals who were removed from their homes as children between april first of nineteen ninety one and march thirty first of twenty twenty two.
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  SPEAKER_00: They should visit FNChildclaims.ca.
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  SPEAKER_00: Metis artist Bonnie Saunders has contributed to the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary with a special piece that reflects the national organization's dedication to service, sacrifice, advocacy, and community.
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  SPEAKER_00: She designed a plate that uses the Legion's historic and modern badges to form the Zeros and 100, with images making up the number one.
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  SPEAKER_00: Integrated into the artwork are representations of wartime service, nursing support, military branches, the policing service, modern members, and veterans.
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  SPEAKER_00: For more than 20 years, Saunders has been creating tributes and keepsakes for government bodies.
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  SPEAKER_00: She reaches out to them when there is a special occasion approaching.
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  SPEAKER_00: As part of Saunders' commitment to the individuals, she creates the keepsakes for.
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  SPEAKER_00: A portion of each sale of a plate is donated to various causes, including the Support Our Troops Fund and the RCMP Foundation.
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  SPEAKER_00: That is your latest national indigenous news.