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Final call to register for our May Indigenous Relations training week! Don't miss out on your chance to join this in-depth and approachable Indigenous Relations learning opportunity led by passionate, expert trainers. 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗨𝗽 𝗡𝗼𝘄: hubs.la/Q03nZXd40

Starting an #Indigenous employment initiative, but not sure where to begin? Having trouble retaining #Indigenous employees once they have been hired? Take our 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 course! 📆 May 29, 2025 ⏰ 8:30am - 11:30 am PST 📌 Virtual ➡️ 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗼𝘄: hubs.la/Q03mF-Qn0

We are excited to see that ICT President and Co-Founder Bob Joseph's book 𝟮𝟭 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀™ 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁, is once again on the Toronto Star Canadian Non-Fiction bestsellers list! #21Things #IndianAct150 #IndigenousRelations #JoinTheConversation www.thestar.com/entertainmen...

Our most popular and foundational training, 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀® provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary to collaborate effectively with Indigenous Peoples. 📆 May 27, 2025 ⏰ 8:30am - 3:30pm PST 📌 Virtual (Zoom) ➡️𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗼𝘄: hubs.la/Q03m7r6d0

This week marks 25 years of the landmark Nisg̱a'a Treaty, which was the first of its kind to acknowledge a First Nation's right to self-government, releasing them from the rules imposed by the Indian Act. Read more: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Nisga'a Nation celebrates 25 years of self-governance under 1st modern-day treaty in B.C. | CBC News

It's been 25 years since the first modern-day treaty in B.C. came into effect, releasing the Nisga'a Nation from the bounds of the Indian Act and recognizing its inherent right to self-government.

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Today is #NationalRedDressDay, a time to remember, to honour, and to demand justice for the Missing and Murdered #Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S+). #NoMoreStolenSisters

The reviews are in! Here's what a recent attendee said about our Working Effectively with #Indigenous Peoples® course: "What an excellent day. I'm feeling so empowered and informed and feeling a sense of better connection to the community around me." Book your session now on our website!

“I believe that as a world we must honour and safeguard the rights, the dignity, the quest for recognition of Indigenous Peoples, understanding their profound and irreplaceable contributions to our global community.” - Bob Rae, UN Permanent Forum on #Indigenous Issues www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jE8...

Ambassador Bob Rae addresses the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues

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Did you know that #Indigenous Peoples often face a number of barriers to voting? Some barriers include: - Identification Barriers - Emotional Barriers - Identity Issues - Physical Barriers Read more about these barriers to voting here: www.ictinc.ca/blog/barrier...

Barriers to First Nation Voting

Barriers to First Nation voting include issues around identification, emotional, sovereignty and remoteness.

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As Election Day approaches, it is important to remember that the right to vote was a hard-fought battle for #Indigenous Peoples. Read more about the history of the #IndianAct and the right to vote here: www.ictinc.ca/blog/indian-...

Indian Act and the Right to Vote

What is the history of the Indian Act and the right to vote for Aboriginal Peoples in Canada? Read this short article to find out.

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In our newest blog article, we examine the topic of economic certainty and how it is a key component of mutually beneficial and effective Indigenous Relations. Read more here: www.ictinc.ca/blog/how-eff...

How Effective Indigenous Relations Contribute to Economic Certainty

Learn how effective Indigenous Relations can ensure economic certainty in projects involving Indigenous communities and traditional lands.

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One of the most common and enduring misconceptions about #Indigenous Peoples is that they don't pay taxes. Here are four facts to clear up any confusion you may have surrounding #Indigenous Peoples and taxes: www.ictinc.ca/blog/4-facts...

4 Facts About Indigenous People and Taxes

Here are four facts to clear up some of the misconceptions about Indigenous Peoples and taxes.

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The Lax Kw'alaams First Nation has called for a vote on their proposed constitution, which is a large step away from the limitations of the Indian Act and towards self-governance. Read more here: www.vernonmorningstar.com/news/bc-nort... #Indigenous #IndigenousSelfGovernance #JoinTheConversation

B.C. North Coast First Nation to vote on historic constitution

Lax Kw'alaams, near Prince Rupert, believes constitution will facilitate self-governance framework

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Exciting news! Pre-orders for Bob Joseph's newest book, "21 Things™ You Need to Know About Indigenous Self-Government: A Conversation About Dismantling the Indian Act," are now open! 21things.ca #21Things #IndianAct150 #IndigenousSelfGovernment #IndigenousRelations #JoinTheConversation

Excited and can't wait to read Bob Joseph's @ictinc.bsky.social latest book! ❤️❤️ 21 Things You Need to Know About Indigenous Self-Government will be released on Sept. 2, 2025 Read an excerpt👇👇 www.cbc.ca/books/bob-jo...

Bob Joseph's latest book shares 21 things you need to know about Indigenous self-governance — read an excerpt | CBC Books

21 Things You Need to Know About Indigenous Self-Government will be released on Sept. 2, 2025.

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A big shoutout to Air Canada for including an #Indigenous Land Acknowledgement in their in-flight entertainment! Recognizing the traditional territories we travel through is an important step in fostering awareness and respect for Indigenous peoples. #LandAcknowledgement #ReconciliationInAction

Today in a historic agreement, the federal government announced a permanent national space for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples in Ottawa, formalizing the permanent presence of #Indigenous Peoples in Canada's parliamentary democracy. www.nationalobserver.com/2025/03/05/n...

Indigenous leaders take a historic step toward a permanent seat at the table in Canada’s governance

After generations on the sidelines, Indigenous voices are finally claiming their place of power in Ottawa, moving beyond symbolic gestures to establish a concrete space.

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Today is #WorldWildlifeDay! To celebrate, learn about the relationship between #Indigenous Peoples and animals, and their belief of interconnectedness: www.ictinc.ca/blog/what-is...

What Is the Relationship Between Indigenous Peoples and Animals

What is the relationship between Indigenous Peoples and animals? Read this short article for an overview.

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Are you interested in learning more about the history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada, but don't know where to start? Here are 26 articles on #Indigenous Awareness, which coordinate with each of the letters of the alphabet: www.ictinc.ca/blog/abcs-of...

ABCs of Indigenous Awareness

Explore the ABCs of Indigenous Awareness, covering topics from Aboriginal rights to urban reserves. Discover the rich history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

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Are you curious about what the difference is between Indigenous membership and citizenship? Read more to find out how the Indian Act has impacted Indigenous communities' identity and sense of belonging: www.ictinc.ca/blog/indigen... #Indigenous #IndianAct150

Indigenous Membership vs Citizenship: What's the Difference?

Discover the difference between Indigenous membership and citizenship. Explore the impact of the Indian Act on communities' identity and belonging.

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Don't miss out on your chance to attend our live-guided virtual training week, held March 4-6 in the Eastern + Atlantic time zones! The registration deadline is coming up on this Friday, Feb. 28th, so be sure to register today and secure your spot! www.indigenousrelationsacademy.com/collections/...

Live-Guided Virtual Training

Learn, ask questions, and interact live along with our talented trainers and other learners in a range of time zones.

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Today, February 21, is International Mother Language Day, a UNESCO designated holiday created to celebrate the importance of language preservation and linguistic diversity. Learn more here about the importance of Indigenous language revitalization in Canada: www.ictinc.ca/blog/what-yo...

What You Need to Know About Indigenous Language Revitalization

Learn about the urgent need for Indigenous language revitalization in Canada and the efforts being made to keep these languages alive.

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