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Archaeologists in Mexico discovered a 337-year-old Pima village that shows how Indigenous people preserved their culture while adapting to Spanish colonial rule. The hidden settlement reveals a remarkable story of resistance and survival.
Indigenous veterans and active service members gathered at CFB Winnipeg for a powerful reconciliation ceremony celebrating their contributions to Canada's military. The event brought together three Indigenous organizations to honor First Nations, Métis, and Inuit servicepeople ahead of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
A groundbreaking study of over 6,000 Indigenous adults reveals nearly one-third are thriving across mental health, physical wellness, and life satisfaction. The research shifts focus from deficits to the remarkable strengths Indigenous communities continue to embody.
After six years of research with Indigenous Elders and community members, a McMaster University professor has released a comprehensive roadmap for reconciliation in Kenora, Ontario. The community-driven report offers concrete solutions while celebrating Indigenous resurgence already underway.
A new film tells the story of four Indigenous siblings separated as children, reuniting as adults to heal and reconnect. Director Tasha Hubbard transforms a real documentary into a moving drama that celebrates resilience and Native storytelling. ##
When a bushfire tore through Tathra in 2018, it stopped cold at land treated with Indigenous cultural burning six months earlier. Now insurers are racing to create affordable coverage that could expand this proven fire prevention method across Australia.
A groundbreaking report shows Indigenous economic partnerships aren't just ethical, they're Canada's secret weapon for growth. Indigenous GDP income has already jumped from $37.6 billion to $63.7 billion in just 10 years.
Indigenous economic participation in Canada jumped from $37.6 billion to $63.7 billion between 2013 and 2023, and a new report says deeper partnerships could nearly double that growth. The shift is already helping major projects move forward faster while building stronger communities.
Indigenous knowledge and Western science are joining forces in San Diego to tackle climate change, thanks to a grassroots nonprofit training the next generation of Indigenous scientists. Coastal Defenders just received $250,000 in grants to expand their work connecting Indigenous youth with ocean research opportunities.
A new Deloitte report reveals that Indigenous economic partnerships could transform Canada's economy, with Indigenous GDP already doubling in a decade. Respect and relationship-building are unlocking growth in crucial sectors from fishing to energy.
Toronto Metropolitan University celebrates a decade of truth and reconciliation work with new initiatives strengthening Indigenous education, student support, and cultural practices. The milestone launches a poster series reflecting on achievements while mapping the next ten years of commitment.
South Africa is repositioning indigenous wisdom from the margins to the center of its national innovation system, creating new opportunities in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and sustainable development. The move protects indigenous communities while unlocking valuable knowledge for modern research.
Seven Indigenous experts at the United Nations just delivered a bold roadmap to protect Indigenous lands, rights, and lives worldwide. Their 12-point proposal demands real action on everything from climate impacts to cultural preservation.
Indigenous Yindjibarndi people in Western Australia just won the largest native title compensation payout in Australian history. The $150 million Federal Court award marks a major milestone for Indigenous land rights, though community leaders say there's still work to be done.
Archbishop Richard Smith spent two hours with Squamish Nation elders, using Indigenous imagery of woven baskets and ceremonial paddles to describe unity through faith. The Archdiocese of Vancouver is deepening its commitment to truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Over 1,000 leaders gathered at the UN to tackle healthcare gaps facing Indigenous communities globally. The forum marks 25 years of placing Indigenous voices at the center of international action.
Canada's first liquified natural gas export to Asia came from Indigenous-owned territory, proving economic partnership works. Now Ottawa is considering embedding Indigenous leadership into all trade policy decisions.
A Métis scholar's new podcast is rewriting science history by uncovering two centuries of Indigenous knowledge that shaped Western discoveries. Dr. Darrell Racine's series gives Indigenous youth proof of their ancestors' hidden contributions to the modern world.
In a historic move, Colombia's presidential frontrunner Ivan Cepeda has chosen indigenous rights champion Aida Quilcue as his running mate. The announcement brings hope for greater indigenous representation at the highest levels of Colombian government.
Indigenous leaders are pushing the United Nations to recognize that protecting their health means protecting their land, water, and traditional ways of life. A groundbreaking study shows that separating health care from environmental rights has consistently failed Indigenous communities worldwide.
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