Many of us have a lot to celebrate today. Midterm election night delivered hard-fought, historical firsts: the first Black woman...

Without Indigenous-led environmental assessments, Tribes and First Nations are too often asked to face the consequences of extractive projects they never consented to.

A group of Indigenous teens and young adults train to climb to Camp Muir on Mount Tahoma, also known as Mount Rainier. Their ascent takes them more than 4,600 feet up, through dense fog, breathtaking…

Off of Vancouver Island’s rugged north coast, the tiny community of Alert Bay, on ‘Na̱mg̱is territory, is a place of deep connections to the land and waters

Colville Tribes hope microgrid infrastructure will establish the building blocks to add more renewable energy generation sources down the line, to eventually have the option to only use power…

MinneapoliMedia urges Minnesota to move beyond Indigenous Peoples Day symbolism by strengthening Tribal authority, consultation, education and environmental stewardship.

Diana Fox Carney, wife of Prime Minister Mark Carney, has been appointed as Canada's first ocean envoy, a newly created unpaid position focused on ocean conservation. In this role, she will advance Canada's leadership by connecting ocean conservation, climate action, Indigenous leadership, economic resilience, and maritime security. Fox Carney will also chair the 12th annual Our Ocean Conference, an international gathering scheduled to take place in Halifax in 2027. The conference aims to address modern ocean issues, including protecting 30 per cent of the world's oceans by 2030, aligning with Canada's commitment to protect 30 per cent of its marine and coastal areas by 2030. Minister of Fisheries Joanne Thompson expressed enthusiasm for the conference, stating it will provide an opportunity to deepen cooperation, share knowledge, and secure commitments for healthy and sustainable oceans. Fox Carney, who has a background in economics and environmentalism, holds master's degrees in agricultural economics from Oxford and international relations from the University of Pennsylvania. She has served on the boards of various non-profit organizations and held senior roles at prominent think-tanks in Canada and the U.K., championing environmental issues and income equality. Her career includes a controversial 2013 paper on carbon pricing for the Canada 2020 think-tank and a role as senior adviser at the Eurasia Group since 2021. The announcement highlights her role in advancing Canada's leadership in ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries, ocean science, and Indigenous-led stewardship. The 2027 conference in Halifax will explore environmental, economic, and cultural issues related to ocean protection, with a focus on achieving global conservation goals.

The 2026 National NAIDOC Week Awards have celebrated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and organisations making significant contributions across culture, education, sport, science, leadership, and community life. Held in Mparntwe Alice Springs, the ceremony highlighted achievements that strengthen communities and showcase the diverse ways First Nations people are shaping Australia's future. Winners included artists, educators, Elders, athletes, and young leaders whose work spans remote communities to national platforms. Minister Senator Malarndirri McCarthy praised the winners for their leadership and positive impact. Key awards recognised Aunty Rhoda Roberts AO (Lifetime Achievement), Pat Turner AO (Person of the Year), and the Southern Aboriginal Corporation (Caring for Country and Culture). Other honorees included Kaylene Whiskey (Creative Talent), The Murri School (Education), Mrs Christine Corby (Female Elder), Dr Stephen Hagan (Male Elder), Young Indigenous Women’s STEM Academy (Innovation), Caitlyn Costello (Sportsperson), and Tyson Neal Edwards (Youth Award). These accolades underscore the vital role of First Nations voices in driving progress and cultural preservation.