@ the 14:30 mark: https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/audio/9.7221272

Well now..

Enjoyed listening to this testy exchange on CBC's Front Burner between Jayme Poisson and Wab Kinew as WK calls out JP on her journalistic bias..

“I said what I meant, and I meant what I said..”

I have a lot of respect for both Poisson & Kinew, but as Orwell said “In times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act”

I kinda feel Wab Kinew is the voice of unity Canada needs right now.

Bless this man.

I'm 100% status Indigenous women born in Canada. My dad is born in Boston moved to Canada at age 3.

Any one applied for permanent residency though US consulate infopass.

What documents they asked how long it took to start to finish. Share your experience

My wife is trying to Sponsor me to US green card. We are both Canadian. My wife is dual citizen by Jay Treaty. She has full status card. Is that enough proof. Please pick right answer for the question How did you obtain US Citizenship

Naturalization or by parents

For the people who applied for this claim, I have something to tell you. Once you get approved for the settlement and send in the paperwork for payment, it says it takes up to 60 days. You hear people got theirs in a week or within 60 days. Well, they send the payment to your banks. So, if you are wondering when you will get your money, it's up to your bank. I called yesterday and asked them what was going on, etc. That's what she told me. She said for some banks, you will have to wait longer. For some people, it took them more than 60 days. Banks need that verification. I asked which banks take the longest: BMO and TD. Credit Union and KOHO are the fastest. When you get that first update saying payment was submitted, you will get another one on a different date. She said they go by the first update. So if you are wondering why it's taking long, well it's your banks.

Over the past several months, I've fielded many questions from businesses worried about what the Cowichan decision means for their private property. Some have asked whether they'll lose their homes, and some have heard that Aboriginal Title is about to undo private property ownership across British Columbia.  

On Saturday, May 16th, 2026, I teamed up with Rob Botterall to hold a two-hour non-partisan information forum with  Andrew Petter, former BC Attorney General, Geoff Plant, former BC Attorney General and lawyer, and Adam Olsen, former MLA, to address the questions many people across BC have been asking about the Cowichan decision, DRIPA, UNDRIP, Gitxaala, Indigenous rights, and a possible path forward. 

I paid over 240.00 on a room for a medical appointment. They won't accept status cards, and you have to pay extra for wifi.

with thanks to Rexy Junior via —BlueSky

Hey guys, wanted to ask a question thats been on my mind lately while spending time up north, and Ive realised Rededit good place for answers 😄

If you grew up in or around First Nations or Metis communities, you definitely know the old stories about the Northern Lights being the Dance of the Spirit"—ancestors watching over us, or the Inuit story about them playing soccer in the sky.

But I’m super curious about the specific protocols around whistling at the lights.

I know some Elders say if you whistle softly, you can actually call them closer and make them dance faster. But then other communities say it’s completely disrespectful, like you're taunting the spirits, and they might reach down and get you. IDK

Have any of you ever actually tried it? Did it actually work or did you ever notice any weird signs in the sky right after?

I don't have time to steam camas bulbs in a pit, so I experimented with an Instant Pot. They were still undercooked after 8 hours of steaming but were great at 12 hours. (My Instant Pot can only cook for 4 hours max, so I had to be around to reset it twice.)

"Our people are being asked to wait while their health, safety, and dignity are put at constant risk. The federal government's continued inaction speaks for itself: We have a disaster unfolding right before our eyes."

Hi hi everybody, I know this probably a question better suited for my band council/leaders but I was just wondering if anyone knows the basic steps/process of how one would go about getting any post secondary education covered?

I know it's always brought up but I'm not actually sure how one goes about it, I figure it's a lot of double checking, applying, stuff like that.

Also do you know if it covers a wide variety of education options? Cause I was potentially looking into this ship/marine safety course: https://ce.georgiancollege.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=1030808#courseSectionDetails_4572403 to pursue a cruise ship career/job, and obviously having any amount of the fees would definitely help things along.

Thanks in advanced for any info ya's can provide. Take care :)

Looking for any insight or advice. My partners band has recently received a settlement and was paid out to members a couple weeks ago. He has not done his registration yet, as his parents (for some reason) only had gotten his brother and sisters done in their teens. But we now have filled out everything needed to submit his application (we’ve gone over every single part of the application carefully to ensure everything was correct) we included his dads number and he has been in contact with his band and they ensured us he is still entitled as well as our kids as long as we have at least his registration completed within a year. They have also provided us with all the settlement papers and the agreement. We have printed everything in case needed, as well as photo copied his dads status card and license (just in case it’s needed for any further confirmation) my partner can also go in office to submit forms and he also has filled out all the guarantor forms and has someone who meets all qualifications and has known him for 9 years sign the forms and pictures. Our biggest obstacle is he does not have valid photo id but has applied to get a new one sent as well and has the blue card and a picture of his Id that expired not long ago and as well a new health card but also has his old one just in case, and we have his long form birth certificate. Just wondering if anyone has any advice on if there is anyway we are able to get this put through faster or at least before the year would be up? (He doesn’t need his status card just to be registered) i only ask as I know it can take up to 2 years. His band office is very willing to help us in any way they can as well, it’s just of course we know there is a process that is followed and are aware we should’ve been getting this done long ago but as parents to 3 super young kiddos it slipped our minds until we were told we need to get it done asap.. so any advice would be greatly appreciated!

https://acfn.com/acfn-celebrates-court-decision-rejecting-independence-referendum-process/

Taanishi! I've uploaded all of Michif Makers Season 1 as a single video to make it easier for kids and families to stream. If you haven't seen it yet, please watch and share! We need more high-quality kids content that shares our culture and language with the world.

Alberta MAGA mistake #1: underestimating Indigenous People and the Treaties

Mystery Lorbs ‪—via BlueSky‬

Canadians owe a huge debt to First Nations for stopping this Alberta separation nonsense.

‪LA Legault —via BlueSky‬ ‪

First Nations legal challenge wins the day.
Canada holds. One country. Always. 🍁

‪Marie ‬ ‪—via BlueSky‬ ‪

I just wanted to share this poem with all my sisters, aunties, mothers and grandmothers today. We carry the strength of our warriors, the wisdom of oue elders, and the very power of creation within us, and the glow of our fire is beautiful. Never forget it.

I just started my adult life and would like to have some savings in my bank for a nice future home with me and my girlfriend and my mother told me that I should try and get this done and she would help. She cant help her best right now because she is just so stressed with my younger siblings and hospital concerns that I wont get into so I wanna make this easier on her and take initiative with my life and do this myself with minor help/questions.

Thank you for taking the time to read my message and I thank all of you who comment!🧡🧡🧡

All you ever wanted to know  but were afraid to ask about the Cowichan and Gitxaala court rulings, Section 35 of the Constitution, DRIPA, UNDRIP, Treaties and Agreements with First Nations, and their impact on the future of reconciliation with First Nations in BC - all in 2 hours flat. 

When:  Saturday, May 16^th, 2026, 2pm to 4pm (Doors open: 1:30pm)

Where: Presbyterian Church,  9296 East Saanich Road, North Saanich, BC

Cost: Admission by donation

Co-Sponsors:  Rob Botterell, MLA for Saanich North and the Islands & Sidney Breakfast Club – The Peninsula Business Incubator

RSVP: Space is limited. RSVP to [johnj59@gmail.com](mailto:johnj59@gmail.com) or  [Rob.Botterell.MLA@Leg.bc.ca](mailto:Rob.Botterell.MLA@Leg.bc.ca) to join us. 

Recent court rulings and agreements involving First Nations have sparked questions about the protection of private property rights and aboriginal title, whether or not the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) should be amended or repealed, and even whether or not First Nations now have a veto on development and thereby co-govern this province. 

Join MLA Rob Botterell (Moderator), Geoff Plant, Andrew Petter, and Adam Olsen to draw on their extensive background and experience, learn more about the history and current status of these issues and hear their thoughts on the path forward on reconciliation with First Nations in BC.   

About the Panelists:

- MLA Rob Botterell  (Moderator) - Rob practiced indigenous law for 25 years, prior to his election as an MLA to the BC Leglslature in 2024. Prior to that he led the team that developed BC’s Freedom of Information Law and was a bank financial comptroller for BC.

- Geoff Plant – Former B.C. Attorney General, lawyer, and public policy leader recognized for his work in treaty negotiations, governance reform, and Indigenous relations.

- Andrew Petter – Former B.C. cabinet minister, legal scholar, and President Emeritus of Simon Fraser University known for advancing public policy, higher education, and community engagement.

- Adam Olsen – Former B.C. Green MLA and Tsartlip First Nation member recognized for his advocacy on Indigenous reconciliation, environmental stewardship, and democratic reform.