ᐊᓂᔑᓇᐯ ᐊᔅᑭ ᐅᑭᒪᐎᓐ We represent 49 First Nations in the territories of James Bay Treaty No. 9 and the Ontario portion of Treaty No. 5
Treaty #9 & #5 Territory
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Today we send our love and prayers to the Survivors, their families, and the communities of all those who attended Indian Residential Schools, and those who never returned home. We ask the Creator to be with them. #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay
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Remembrance Day service at Fort William First Nation #LestWeForget @dgcfox @gcfiddler
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Instead of celebrating, join us to honour IRS Survivors, their families, & all of the children who never returned.
Say a prayer for those we have lost & those who are grieving.
Fill your heart with all the things you have to be grateful for.
#EveryChildMatters #Reflect #July1
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"When we live in these conditions on a daily basis, it becomes normalized. Colonialism and depression has become a way of life for our people. This is not okay"- @solmamakwa NDP Deputy Leader, MPP for Kiiwetinoong. member of the Kingfisher Lake First Nation
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AFN honours singer Jully Black for her change to Canada's anthem
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The Executive Council presents a special gift to @BogochIsaac in recognition of outstanding contributions to our COVID-19 Task Team. His guidance and knowledge has been essential to keeping our communities and members safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Miigwetch!
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Congratulations Kristin Murray, a member of Chapleau Cree First Nation, the First ever Indigenous woman to be elected as the Mayor of Timmins.
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NDP MPs call for investigation of child abuse at residential schools | CBC News cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-inv…
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@gorddownie with Pearl Achneepineskum, sister of Charlie Wenjack, with Secret Path graphic novel
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“it’s been my greatest honour to have served you as Grand Chief of Nishnawbe Aski Nation these last 6 years” - @gcfiddler
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#ItsNotAboutYou: First Nations coming together for their elders amid COVID-19 pandemic | CBC News cbc.ca/news/indigenous/first…
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Meegwetch @JustinTrudeau @janephilpott @Carolyn_Bennett for meeting with NAN youth! @gcfiddler @DGCAnnaBetty
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Ontario should stop playing 'jurisdictional ping pong' with First Nations' water crisis, says @solmamakwa | CBC News cbc.ca/news/politics/sol-mam…
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An incredibly moving experience. @gorddownie #secretpathGD restores dignity & innocence of Chanie Wenjack
@gcfiddler @DGCAnnaBetty
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Happy 100th birthday to Emma Cheena, of Moose Cree First Nation!
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Indigenous leader calls for dismantling of Thunder Bay police - The Globe and Mail theglobeandmail.com/canada/a…
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Keewaywin First Nation member Rain Harper raises over $20K to help neighbours in Bearskin Lake | CBC News cbc.ca/news/indigenous/keewa…
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Treaties have an oral history too. A lot of things that were said when the Treaties were established didn't get captured in the written Treaties. There is a difference between what was written & what was understood as the intent of the Treaties. #TreatiesRecognitionWeek
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On route in Ottawa to call on @JustinTrudeau to end legal battles against Survivors of St. Anne’s IRS during a press conference this morning
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In honour of the sacred roles of women and girls, the strength of all Nations #ClaimYourPlace #InternationalDayOfTheGirl
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Congratulations Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School Class of 2018! @gcfiddler @DGCAnnaBetty @dgcfox @DGCSmallboy
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On #RedDressDay we pray for all Ikwewak we have lost, their families & communities. Please join us on this National Day of Awareness and commit to advocate for the implementation of the #MMIWG Final Report Calls for Justice. You can learn more here: mmiwg-ffada.ca/final-report/
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Enjoying Orange Crush & orange cake today to celebrate with our friend & colleague @solmamakwa elected first MPP of the Kiiwetinoong riding in northern Ontario. Congratulations Sol, we are proud of you! @gcfiddler @dgcfox @DGCAnnaBetty @DGCSmallboy @OntarioNDP #onpoli
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Tanya Talaga is telling the stories Canada needs to hear macleans.ca/longforms/tanya-…
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‘We will not stop until Beyak is out of the Senate. This will send a strong message to Beyak and those like her, we do not support their beliefs. There is no room for hate in this country.’ @gcfiddler tells students at @lusu_tbay Call to Action
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“The Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau needs to tell us why he is siding with the church officials and the creditors of these crimes. He needs to do the right thing. He needs to reach out and meet and talk to the Survivors of St. Anne’s IRS” -Evelyn Korkmaz. St. Anne’s IRS Survivor
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Chief Bruce Achneepineskum presents medallion to @gorddownie, thanks him for sharing story of Charlie Wenjack
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Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief calls for investigation into systemic racism in the RCMP globalnews.ca/news/7068373/n…
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Review - Seven Fallen Feathers by @TanyaTalaga is:
1. An account of the death of seven indigenous children in Thunder Bay.
2. A cautionary tale to parents.
3. A crushing blow to Canadians who claim racism doesn’t exist in our own country.
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'When Sol Mamakwa rises to speak in the Ontario Legislature, the heckling stops.'
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Canada's indifference to the deaths of seven First Nations teenagers is 'just plain racism': Tanya Talaga cbc.ca/documentaries/the-pas…
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NAN Deputy Grand Chief Anna Betty Achneepineskum supports Indigenous families and leaders across Canada who are calling for action on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people nan.ca/news/nan-supports-cal…
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Kitchi-meegwetch @Wpg_BlueBombers for welcoming us & recognizing Indian Residential Survivors & those who never made it home. We acknowledge your call to Canadians to never forget those we have lost & your commitment to a healthy relationship with communities!
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Donations to support the family for clothing and other immediate supports can be made by E-transfer to slbroadband@sandylakefn.com
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When in doubt, ask @janephilpott to get the job done /via @globeandmail theglobeandmail.com/canada/a…
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'This water crisis...at its heart is not actually about water. It is about Canada’s failure to live up to its treaty obligations and to extend basic human rights to everyone living within its borders.' @TanyaTalaga thestar.com/politics/politic… via @torontostar
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NDP names 2019 federal candidate for Thunder Bay-Superior North | CBC News cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-b…
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Celebrated author and 2018 Massey Lecturer @TanyaTalaga presents the 2019 Juno for Indigenous Music Album of the Year to @jdutchermusic, a member of Tobique First Nation, for his critically acclaimed album Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa @TheJUNOAwards
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'She was one of those rare officials who really took the time to get to know the issues not just by reading briefing notes, but by actually going to the communities and investing her time and energy to build her relationships with the communities and leaderships': @gcfiddler
Indigenous leaders left 'surprised and saddened' by loss of Philpott as cabinet ally | CBC News cbc.ca/news/politics/indigen…
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Our applause to @TanyaTalaga and our loved ones whose stories she has shared in her bestselling book Seven Fallen Feathers, winner of the Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing @DGCAnnaBetty @gcfiddler @dgcfox @DGCSmallboy @HouseofAnansi @TorontoStar
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The story behind viral photo of Oji-Cree mother and her triplets huffingtonpost.ca/entry/firs…
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Chief, Elders and community members of Taykwa Tagamou Nation join together at the Remember Me event at Parliament Hill. #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay
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@gcfiddler with Fred Sasakamoose NHL'S first Indigenous hockey player #Reconciliation #SecretPath @MapleLeafs
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Cree-Anishinaabe doctor 'optimistic' about plan to combat anti-Indigenous racism cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-…
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Today is a day for all Nations across Canada to unite. Let us all walk on this good Red Road together, for all children, parents, grandparents, Elders, & Ancestors by remembering the past, acting in the present, & thinking about our future. #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay
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"There's no shame in seeing a doctor, counselor, elder or other professional to get help. Taking care of your #mentalhealth doesn't make you weak. It shows how strong your are & will help you be even stronger in the future" -NAN Youth Ashley Bach-Wesley, Mishkeegogamang FN
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In honour of the 215 children found at the site of the Kamloops Indian Residential School, a Sacred Fire will be lit at the site of the former St. Joseph Indian Residential School in Thunder Bay (Pope John Paul II Senior Elementary School) to honour the spirits of the children
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Too many First Nations lack clean drinking water and it's Ottawa's fault, says auditor general | CBC News cbc.ca/news/politics/auditor…
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Congratulations to the newly elected Ontario Regional Chief @chiefarchibald1. "I am pleased to congratulate our friend and colleague on her election as the first female Ontario Regional Chief.": @gcfiddler @DGCAnnaBetty @dgcfox @DGCSmallboy
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'Happier, calmer' students: Northern Ontario elementary school uses forest as regular classroom | CBC News cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-b…
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Ontario MPPs can now speak their own Indigenous languages at Queen's Park
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Minister @SeamusORegan commits to Kashechewan First Nation relocation.
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NAN GC Alvin Fiddler and Neskantaga Chief Chris Moonias are questioning the reporting process for missing persons in the City of Thunder Bay while expressing heartfelt condolences to the family of missing teenager Mackenzie (Nathan) Moonias.
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'I stand with the call for the resignation of the Thunder Bay Chief of Police. Accountability starts at the top. It's very clear that the Chief of Police has failed this family. We call for an overhaul of police services. ' says Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler @gcfiddler
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Honoured to welcome @gorddownie in NAN territory. Meegwetch!
@gcfiddler @DGCSmallboy @DGCAnnaBetty @DGCSmallboy
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Congratulations to youth Mya, Pearson and Denyce who are recipients of the province’s James Bartleman Indigenous Youth Creative Writing Award. They are an inspiration to all young people and should be proud of this tremendous accomplishment! cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-b…
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Raising of the Thunder Pride flag and rainbow flag at city hall #Pride2019 #prideweek
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Congratulations @cblackst 👏👏👏
Congratulations to Cindy Blackstock who was recently named to Chatelaine magazine's Women of the Year list for 2018! @cblackst buff.ly/2siGUKd
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“The survivors are tired. Mr. Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau you need to take responsibility for this miscarriage of justice. The Survivors have done no wrong.” -@CharlieAngusNDP
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NAN encourages people to learn more about Treaties during Treaties Awareness Week (Nov. 1-5) with the launch of a Treaty educational video and visual display at @mylakehead @gcderekfox @bobby_narcisse nan.ca/news/nan-launches-edu…
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Youth from Kashechewan First Nation are in Ottawa today to fight for their right to attend school in a safe environment. Join us for press conference @ 11 am with rally to follow on Parliament Hill @gcfiddler @dgcfox @CharlieAngusNDP @theJagmeetSingh @BourgouinGuy
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'Sometimes the truth is hard to hear... Truth is a hard part. It's hard to hear what has happened in this country. It's hard to hear what's been happening in Thunder Bay. But it's the truth': @TanyaTalaga cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-…
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Over the 150 year history of IRS many did not return home. That is why we are here to honour the suriviors that are here with us & those aren’t. Many children died & suffered & are still suffering today & it will take a long time for us to Heal these horrible impacts -@gcfiddler
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@TanyaTalaga first book honours seven Indigenous students who disappeared in Thunder Bay quillandquire.com/authors/ta…
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Investigation begins into St. Anne's burial sites timminstoday.com/local-news/… via @TimminsToday
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Water is sacred. Today, we recognize the role that water plays in our wellbeing, health, culture, education, and environment and acknowledge that protecting water is vital to our relationship with the land. #WorldWaterDay #WaterisSacred 💧
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Jody Wilson-Raybould shines a light on what it means to be law abiding thestar.com/politics/politic… via @torontostar
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We are all Treaty people. Join us throughout Treaties Recognition Week as we share information and dispel myths about Treaty relationships. #TreatiesRecognitionWeek
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Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler and Grand Council Treaty #3 Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh have launched a nation-wide campaign and website calling for the Hon. Lynn Beyak to resign as a member of the Senate of Canada. #beyakresign @gcfiddler @GrandCouncilT3 nan.on.ca/article/january-9-…
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Fort Albany First Nation embarks on journey to uncover truth behind St. Anne's Indian Residential School northernontario.ctvnews.ca/f…
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We love, cherish, and support all of our 2SLGBTQQIA+ NAN members. Throughout Pride Month please join us in celebrating and showing our 2SLGBTQQIA+ members that they are loved and valued. #Pridemonth #NANPride #Pride2021
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Kiiwetinoong MPP @solmamakwa wore a ribbon shirt in the house today, made for him by youth in his riding. Miigwetch Sol for hosting us at Queen’s Park and supporting our fight for justice. @DGCAnnaBetty @AnishNation
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May 10 is #BearWitnessDay and is an important day in Human Rights history. On Bear Witness Day we honour Jordan River Anderson's legacy to ensure that First Nations children receive the services & supports that they need, when they need them.
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10 First Nations sue Ontario and Canada over resource extraction and broken Treaty 9 promises: thenarwhal.ca/ontario-treaty…
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NAN @gcderekfox is calling on the Government of Canada to take action following the release today of a report linking health issues to poor housing conditions in First Nations communities. nan.ca/news/nan-calls-on-can…
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“Our youth are suffering from things we don’t see. We must learn to support them by listening to them. We need to start encouraging them to make their #mentalhealth a priority so they can live this life they were blessed with.”- NAN Youth Randall Crowe, Deer Lake FN
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Today we honour all our warriors who have come to the defence of Canada in World Wars and conflicts across the globe. We are proud of our members who continue this tradition of service in the Canadian Armed Forces, the Canadian Rangers, and police services across our Nations.
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Today, we celebrate all our transgender, non-binary, and two-spirit community members and recognize the challenges they face. We will continue to show our love and support for them.
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NAN youth expressed the need for Indigenous history to be taught in the education system and the need for Indigenous languages to be recognized in post secondary academics. @JustinTrudeau #canpoli
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Cassandra and Ashley who are both from Mishkeegogamang FN talk to media about the importance of the child advocate and how the youth need it back and need a separate candidate for Northern youth
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Federal troops arrive at Bearskin Lake amid COVID-19 outbreak: Blair globalnews.ca/news/8498321/b…
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Today we celebrate all of our Two-Spirited & LGBTQ2S+ members and recognize the challenges they face. We will continue to support them and show them love and acceptance.
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Garry Sugarhead has completed his 700km journey to raise awareness for diabetes in First Nation communities. We are proud to welcome him to Thunder Bay.
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Bearskin Lake First Nation requests for deployment of military personnel to their community. See their full release here: nan.ca/news/request-for-depl…
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“We are profoundly disappointed that @JustinTrudeau’s actions have not matched his words when it comes to uncovering the truth about the IRS’. Prolonging this senseless legal battle makes a mockery of this govt’s commitment to reconciliation- @DGCAnnaBetty
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It is now painfully clear that Indigenous people have no trust in the Thunder Bay Police Service or the Thunder Bay Police Services Board. @DGCAnnaBetty @AnishNation nan.ca/news/indigenous-leade…
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Congratulations to Autumn Peltier for winning Chatelaine Woman of the Year 2019! buff.ly/35TjKeV
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NAN DGC Achneepineskum has issued a statement in support of the families, friends, & communities who are still grieving the loss of loved ones who are the subject of the newly released documentary series entitled ‘Thunder Bay’.
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DGC @bobby_narcisse joins Canada and parties in a landmark deal on compensation and long-term reform of FNs child and family services including NAN’s Choose Life program & Jordan’s Principle supports
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First Nation student safety in @CityThunderBay featured on @CBCTheNational tonight @gcfiddler @RosieBarton
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NAN youth discuss many issues affecting their communities including the need for access to water that is clean to drink and water that is safe to bathe in without causing rashes and sores. #NANYouth @JustinTrudeau @gcfiddler
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Today Survivors of St. Anne’s Residential School rallied to tell the government that they will not be silenced and evidence can no longer be suppressed @DGCAnnaBetty @gcfiddler @DGCSmallboy
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NDP leader also says she'll take a new approach to opioid addiction across the north, including Indigenous communities.
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Remembering Chanie Wenjack tonight with @MapleLeafs @gcfiddler #Reconciliation @downiewenjack @iloveatt1 #ilovefirstpeoples @gorddownie
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