HOW TO BE INCLUSIVE OF FIRST NATION, MÉTIS, AND INUIT COMMUNITIES – STAND Canada Policy Handbook. Policy-Maker /Researcher Handbook This policy guide offers guidelines and practical steps for those engaging with indigenous issues and communities. The purpose of this handbook is to identify some basic guidelines for researchers and policy makers wishing to engage meaningfully with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) communities, and provide some resources to begin the process… Read More
Protect Indigenous Communities at all Cost Amidst grappling with the disruption from the COVID-19 pandemic, a grim discovery around mid-year 2021 has shone light into one of the darkest chapters of Canadian history. Since May 2021, media outlets have been buzzing with various historical counts of the crimes against humanity perpetrated against Indigenous peoples by the Canadian government. On May 27,… Read More
Canada Day Statement Canada Day Statement On July 1st, 2021, Canada will celebrate its 154th birthday, highlighting the anniversary of the Canadian confederation in 1867 and marking its first steps towards independence. On this day, Canadians across the country and around the world show pride in their history, culture and achievements, highlighting the diversity of a Nation. These… Read More
MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN & GIRLS Understanding the systemic marginalization that First Nations, Metis and Inuit women suffer requires an understanding of not only the history of their marginalization, but also the ways in which they continue to be disenfranchised today. The below infographics share a snapshot of the ways in which indigenous women have been socially, politically and economically marginalized… Read More
Boycotting the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, what can you do? The 2022 Winter Olympic Games are taking place in China despite the ongoing genocide of the Uyghur people. Join us in our call to boycott the #GenocideGames and stand against human rights abuses in China. WHAT CAN YOU DO❓ Sign the International Tibet Network petition Use this template to send a letter to the: 1️⃣International Olympic Committee2️⃣Canadian Olympic Committee3️⃣Canadian Government… Read More