Indigenous news in Canada, Alaska and Hawaiian
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Titre
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Indigenous news in Canada, Alaska and Hawaiian
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Description
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Creation of a Hawaiian political party (00:00:08 - 00:01:32) It is the first Hawaiian party of its kind since 1900.
Conflict over healthcare funding in Alaska (00:01:40 - 00:04:19) The issue: providing hospital care locally rather than sending patients to Sitka. Both sides acknowledge chronic underfunding of healthcare for Native Americans in Alaska.
Indigenous news in Canada (00:04:34 - 00:08:56)
British Columbia: A land dispute has led to a roadblock and threats of tolls by an Indigenous band; the province is considering legal action.
Nisga'a Treaty: Enters into force, granting autonomy, land, and financial compensation in exchange for certain tax concessions.
Education: Conference in Sydney, Nova Scotia, to make education more relevant to Indigenous students.
Saskatchewan: Two police officers suspended for abandoning an Indigenous man have their salaries reinstated.
Manitoba: Preparations underway for the opening of five First Nations-operated casinos, sparking political debate.
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Date de modification
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2025-01-14
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Identifiant
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ckwe-audio-166
ckwe-audio-166