Two weeks ago, I returned to Montreal after spending a few days on #1492LandBackLane. If you don’t know what that is, that’s probably because the media doesn...
With climate and environmental movements still dominated by white activists and non-profit staff, there has been a growing movement of Indigenous-centred organizing addressing climate change, fighting pipelines, and engaging in militant forms of direct action. While mainstream environmental movements remain cen- tred on a single-based issue, Indigenous organizing has focused on decolonization, land back, and sovereignty with the struggle to fight
climate change and fight for a just transition.
Exploring the role of white and non-Indigenous settlers in building power and support, Eriel Tchekwie Deranger offers insight into the current struggles against environmental devastation.
This interview took place on Oct 17, 2021, and was conducted by Lana Goldberg. Many thanks to Amelia Spedaliere for transcribing the interview.
Land Back means protecting Black and Indigenous trans women
Historically, Black and Indigenous trans women were honoured within our communities. Today, Land Back means undoing transmisogyny in our movements and restoring the cultural importance of non-colonial gender identities.
Fireside Chats on Indigenous health – Cultural Safety in Care
Canadian Medical Association President Dr. Alika Lafontaine and Denise McCuaig, an executive director with Healthcare Excellence Canada, talk about the ongoi...
Carney elected as political leaders fall – what this means for Indigenou...
The election is behind us and Mark Carney is now the elected prime minister of Canada with a slim minority. There are now questions about how long his govern...
AIAI – The Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians (AIAI) is a non-profit organization which advocates for the political interests of eight member Nations in Ontario.
Indspire | A richer life for Indigenous youth starts here
Indspire is a nationally registered charitable organization dedicated to raising funds to deliver programs that provide the tools necessary for Indigenous peoples in Canada to achieve their potential.
Inclusion Canada – Inclusion Canada is a national federation working to advance the full inclusion and human rights of people with an intellectual disability and their families.