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In Mexico, an Indigenous Triqui artist embraces his roots through contemporary rap

In Mexico, an Indigenous Triqui artist embraces his roots through contemporary rap

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Backstage at a celebration of Indigenous peoples in Mexico City's sprawling central square, Carlos CGH traced his fingers across a black and red “gabán,” which is similar to a poncho.
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'Gut wrenching' report: B.C. First Nations life expectancy plunges by six years

'Gut wrenching' report: B.C. First Nations life expectancy plunges by six years

VANCOUVER — Life expectancy for British Columbia's First Nations people has dropped by more than six years since 2017, says a report tracking Indigenous health issues.
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AFN national chief promotes child welfare agreement, as expert raises concerns

AFN national chief promotes child welfare agreement, as expert raises concerns

OTTAWA — The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations says there are 47.8 billion reasons for chiefs to accept a child welfare reform deal with Canada, but a leading child welfare expert is warning chiefs to review the fine print.
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Manitoba chiefs call for PM to rescind Charles Adler's appointment to Senate

Manitoba chiefs call for PM to rescind Charles Adler's appointment to Senate

OTTAWA — First Nations chiefs in Manitoba are calling for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to rescind the appointment of veteran broadcaster Charles Adler to the Senate.
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Manitoba First Nations call for alcohol restrictions after violence prompts curfew

Manitoba First Nations call for alcohol restrictions after violence prompts curfew

WINNIPEG — First Nations chiefs in northern Manitoba are calling for restrictions on alcohol purchases following an uptick in violent crimes, including a series of stabbings in one community over the weekend.
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Kenzie Allen's debut poetry collection a treasure trove of pop culture references

Kenzie Allen's debut poetry collection a treasure trove of pop culture references

TORONTO — Scattered throughout Kenzie Allen's debut poetry collection are familiar names: Indiana Jones, Pocahontas, Yoko Ono.
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Criticism of new Senate appointment includes that of a federal cabinet minister

Criticism of new Senate appointment includes that of a federal cabinet minister

WINNIPEG — The appointment of longtime broadcaster Charles Adler to the Senate is being criticized in some quarters, including by a member of the federal cabinet.
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Violence prompts curfew for everyone on Manitoba First Nation, Indigenous group says

Violence prompts curfew for everyone on Manitoba First Nation, Indigenous group says

An organization representing Indigenous peoples in Manitoba says a First Nation in the northern part of the province is imposing a curfew for all residents following a night of stabbings in the community.
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As her pop covers album 'Inuktitut' sails to success, Elisapie finds a renewed voice

As her pop covers album 'Inuktitut' sails to success, Elisapie finds a renewed voice

TORONTO — Elisapie can’t quite put her finger on it but something within her has recently changed. The thought crosses the soft-spoken musician's mind as she ponders her sudden flurry of accomplishments.
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Following criticism, Ottawa removes funding caps for residential school searches

Following criticism, Ottawa removes funding caps for residential school searches

OTTAWA — The federal government is backtracking on a move to limit funding for searches of former residential school grounds.
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