https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/Verified updates on Canada's Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.en-cahttps://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/indigenous-and-environmental-groups-raise-concerns-about-ontario-bill-140-archaeology-chan/Four Indigenous youth-led and environmental advocacy organizations raised concerns in a November 2, 2026 statement about proposed archaeological-protection changes in Ontario's Bill 140. The Ontario Legislature's published bill text confirms proposed changes to archaeological registrations, authorizations and assessments. The groups warn that culturally significant sites could be placed at risk, particularly around the Attawapiskat River and Ring of Fire region. Their assessment of potential harm is an attributed concern, not an established finding of damage or a court ruling.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/indigenous-and-environmental-groups-raise-concerns-about-ontario-bill-140-archaeology-chan/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/rideau-hall-foundation-schedules-november-2-indigenous-teacher-retention-grant-launch/The Rideau Hall Foundation lists November 2, 2026 as the opening date for its 2026 Indigenous Teacher Education Retain grant call. The foundation says the competitive stream has $1 million available, with eligible organizations able to seek up to $200,000 for projects lasting one to three years. Priorities include mentorship, wellness, professional development and language- and culture-based teaching supports. The foundation lists March 2027 as the application deadline month but has not specified an exact closing date.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/rideau-hall-foundation-schedules-november-2-indigenous-teacher-retention-grant-launch/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/kahnawa-ke-council-raises-concerns-about-first-nations-exclusion-from-canadaeurope-summit/On October 30, 2026, the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke announced that it had sent Prime Minister Mark Carney a letter expressing concern about First Nations participation in the Canada–Europe Relationship Summit held in Montréal on October 29 and 30. The Council says Kanien’kehá:ka leadership was not included and that the event lacked an acknowledgement of the unceded territory where it was held.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/kahnawa-ke-council-raises-concerns-about-first-nations-exclusion-from-canadaeurope-summit/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/sfu-describes-indigenous-led-ai-project-supporting-endangered-language-learning/On October 28, 2026, Simon Fraser University reported on First Languages AI Reality (FLAIR), a project led by Indigenous scientists Caroline and Michael Running Wolf. Hosted through SFU's Digital Democracies Institute and Cedar Supercomputing Centre, the initiative is developing language-learning and speech tools with four communities: Gwich'in in the Northwest Territories, Kwakwaka'wakw on Vancouver Island, Makah in Washington State and Yawanawá in Brazil.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/sfu-describes-indigenous-led-ai-project-supporting-endangered-language-learning/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/ontario-s-2026-treaties-recognition-week-begins-november-1-with-public-learning-events/Ontario’s 2026 Treaties Recognition Week runs from November 1 to 7. The province’s official event listing includes virtual treaty-learning sessions hosted by Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin from November 2 to 6 and a public display of Treaty 13 at the Lieutenant Governor’s Suite in Toronto from November 3 to 6, presented in partnership with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the Archives of Ontario and Library and Archives Canada. Ontario says the annual week is intended to improve understanding of treaty rights and relationships.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/ontario-s-2026-treaties-recognition-week-begins-november-1-with-public-learning-events/Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/new-brunswick-announces-first-nation-operated-60-bed-long-term-care-home-near-elsipogtog/On October 29, 2026, the Government of New Brunswick announced plans for the province’s first licensed long-term care home operated by a First Nation. The proposed 60-bed facility is to be located on Graham Road in Five Rivers, near Elsipogtog First Nation, and is intended to provide culturally appropriate care for First Nations seniors and other seniors in the region. The province described 24 beds for people needing help with mobility and daily activities, 24 for people with significant memory loss and higher care needs, and 12 for full-time nursing care. Elsipogtog Chief Arren Sock welcomed the licensing step and described Mi’kmaq language as a foundation of care.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/new-brunswick-announces-first-nation-operated-60-bed-long-term-care-home-near-elsipogtog/Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/indigenous-child-welfare-authority-and-northern-medical-transportation-raise-accountabilit/Yellowknives Dene child welfare: Reporting published October 29 says Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson committed to beginning discussions with Yellowknives Dene First Nations about formalizing their child and family services authority. Community representatives raised concerns about children separated from siblings, limited local services and disconnection from culture. The commitment to discuss authority is not a finalized agreement or evidence that services have changed.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/indigenous-child-welfare-authority-and-northern-medical-transportation-raise-accountabilit/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/kuujjuaq-secures-1-million-federal-contribution-for-local-food-production/Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions announced a $1 million non-repayable contribution to the Northern Village of Kuujjuaq on October 30, 2026. The community-led greenhouse project is intended to expand local food production through a new building connected to an existing greenhouse, equipment for food preservation, and space for harvest processing and fresh-food growing workshops.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/kuujjuaq-secures-1-million-federal-contribution-for-local-food-production/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/canada-announces-additional-130-million-for-inuit-led-housing/On October 30, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada announced an additional $130 million for Inuit Treaty Organizations through the Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing Strategy. The government says this brings the allocation to approximately $327.8 million. Funding can support new housing, repairs, transitional housing, rent subsidies and other Inuit-led priorities. Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami President Natan Obed welcomed direct investment in rights-holding organizations.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/canada-announces-additional-130-million-for-inuit-led-housing/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/mikmawey-debert-cultural-centre-receives-1-042-million-commitment-for-educational-trails/On October 29, 2026, the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia announced funding for three accessible educational trails at the Mi’kmawey Debert Cultural Centre in Debert, Nova Scotia. The federal contribution is $942,000 through the Active Transportation Fund, with $100,000 from the province. The announcement coincided with an event marking the start of construction on the cultural centre.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/mikmawey-debert-cultural-centre-receives-1-042-million-commitment-for-educational-trails/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/manitoba-gives-indigenous-heritage-month-legislation-royal-assent/On October 29, 2026, the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba recorded royal assent for Bill 231, the Indigenous Heritage Month Act. The legislation amends the province's Commemoration of Days, Weeks and Months Act to recognize September each year as Indigenous Heritage Month. MLA Billie Cross introduced the bill, describing it as an opportunity to recognize First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures, histories and contributions.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/manitoba-gives-indigenous-heritage-month-legislation-royal-assent/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/northern-manitoba-training-initiative-receives-250-000-for-surveyor-careers/On October 28, 2026, Prairies Economic Development Canada announced $250,000 for the Northern Manitoba Sector Council to develop and deliver a Surveyor Assistant training program. University College of the North's Northern Manitoba Mining Academy in Flin Flon is to provide technical learning, followed by work-integrated experience with mining and industry partners. The announcement says placements have been secured with Alamos Gold, Vale, Hudbay Minerals and Manitoba's Highways department.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/northern-manitoba-training-initiative-receives-250-000-for-surveyor-careers/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/first-nations-and-first-ministers-discuss-infrastructure-safety-and-a-proposed-sovereign-w/On October 26, Prime Minister Mark Carney convened First Nations leaders and provincial and territorial premiers to discuss economic participation, infrastructure and community safety. The federal government announced $260 million over four years for Indigenous workforce readiness, more than $2.5 billion over five years for emergency management and fire protection measures, and more than $630 million over four years to renew and expand First Nations and Inuit policing agreements, alongside proposed ongoing funding. Leaders also discussed potential revenue-sharing arrangements and a First Nations Sovereign Wealth Fund; no established fund was announced.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/first-nations-and-first-ministers-discuss-infrastructure-safety-and-a-proposed-sovereign-w/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/new-cree-nations-miyoyawin-centre-completed-relevant-context-for-call-to-action-21/Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and Indigenous Services Canada announced completion of a culturally supportive residential treatment and healing centre in Saskatchewan. The federal government reported a $29.3 million project investment and the First Nation a further $1.8 million for detoxification space that is not yet operational. This is relevant context for Indigenous-led healing, but the announcement does not establish that TRC Call to Action 21 has been fulfilled or that ongoing operating funding is secured.https://deltaowleyes.ca/news/articles/new-cree-nations-miyoyawin-centre-completed-relevant-context-for-call-to-action-21/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400