Author: Brendan Forward

To support grassroot issues in our communities, and throughout the Cree Nation

Marking a significant milestone between Cree Nation Government and Fisheries and Oceans Canada through the signing of a conservation agreement for Lake Sturgeon populations in Eeyou Istchee, Northern Quebec

The Cree Nation Government joins the Assembly of First Nation in Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL) and Val-d’Or Native Friendship Center in condemning the disgraceful remarks made by MNA Pierre Dufour during a recent Val-d’Or council meeting.

The Cree Nation Government is issuing this statement to outline its position on the Quebec government’s upcoming consultations on the protection of Indigenous languages.

It is with great sadness and that we were informed yesterday of the tragic events that led to the loss of a Chisasibi community member. Our hearts are broken along with those of the family, friends, and community members affected by this shocking event and we mourn with you as a Nation.

Discussion on the six mandated areas of the Permanent Forum (economic and social development, culture, environment, education, health and human rights), with reference to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

During their visit of the United Nations, representatives of the Cree Nation Government and the Innu Nation are pleased to have discussed environmental issues with their Sami counterparts.

In an effort to coordinate and harmonize certain activities of our respective nations, the Grand Council of the Crees/Cree Nation Government and Innu Nation have committed to a first meeting held today to begin this important dialogue.

The Cree and the Innu continue to strengthen their relations to protect caribou populations as they sign the renewal of the Traditional Mutual Understanding on the Harvest of Caribou for the year 2023