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First Nations woman appointed Quebec lieutenant-governor

OTTAWA, Ont.-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed Manon Jeannotte, as the new lieutenant-governor of Quebec. Jeannotte is from the Mi'kmaq First Nation of Gespeg. "Manon... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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National chief of Assembly of First Nations elected

OTTAWA, Ont.-Cindy Woodhouse has been elected as the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN). "I am honoured that the chiefs-in-assembly have placed their trust in me to lead the Assembly of First Nations," said... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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Choctaw Nation breaks ground for aviation technology center

Durant, Okla.—The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Emerging Aviation Technology Center (EATC) in October 2023. The state-of-the-art facility, located near Redden, Okla. will serve as a hub... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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Peacekeeper program launched in N.B.

MI'GMAG'I, N.B.-In December, fourteen people from Mi'kmaw communities across New Brunswick became part of the inaugural cohort of Mi'gmaq Peacekeeping, Inc., an advocacy group that represents eight Mi'kmaw communities. They are... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
 By Morgan Gaines    News 

Tribe expresses concern about offshore wind energy development

COOS BAY, OREGON-In November, the Tribal Council of the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians passed a resolution opposing offshore wind energy development off the Oregon Coast. The resolution... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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New Barbie honors Cherokee Nation legend

TAHLEQUAH, Okla.-In November, toy company Mattel released a Barbie doll representing the life of Cherokee legend, Wilma Mankiller. Mattel released the doll as part of their "Inspiring Women" series, commemorating her lifelong... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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The award-winning 'Covenant of the Salmon People' now streaming on PBS

LAPWAI, Idaho-The Nez Perce Tribe's award-winning documentary, "Covenant of the Salmon People," has made such a media impact that it is now available through streaming, online, and... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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USDA announces new resources at White House Tribal Youth Summit

WASHINGTON, D.C.-More than 100 Native American youth attended the 2023 White House Tribal Youth Summit in early November. At the event, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
 By Jody Dickson    News 

Native Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (NEFC)

We at Indian Life Ministries partner with many ministries across North America that, like us, seek to help restore hope, healing, and honor among Indigenous people in North... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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University makes supported tuition available for tribe members

MADISON, Wisc.-Beginning in the fall of 2024, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will offer financial support to cover the full cost of pursuing an undergraduate degree for Wisconsin residents who are enrolled members of... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
 By Adrienne Washington    News 

Supreme Court agrees to hear San Carlos Apache appeal on health care funding

WASHINGTON, D.C.-The Supreme Court said in November that it would consider a claim by the San Carlos Apache tribe that the federal government is shortchanging it on funds it needs... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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What's Up with ILM?

For the third year in a row, ILM has had the privilege of partnering with Samaritans Purse in their Christmas Parcels project. These Christmas Parcels are gathered and sent to... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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Coming Events

If you're attending these events, come by and meet us! If you would like ILM to participate in your event, contact Krystal at admin@IndianLife.org Feb. 2-4: Missionfest Manitoba, Winnipeg, Man. Mar. 1-3: Indigenous Couples... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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Cherokee Nation constructs housing for skilled workers

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. - The Cherokee Nation is participating in the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development's Section 184 Skilled Workers Demonstration Program, which... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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B. C. receives first Indigenous chief of justice for Court of Appeals

VICTORIA, B. C.-In December, Leonard Marchand was named as the first Indigenous person to be appointed as the chief justice for the Court of Appeal in British Columbia. He will... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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White House summit brings together tribal leaders

WASHINGTON, D.C.-In December, the third annual White House Tribal Nations Summit was held, bringing together tribal leaders and top administration officials to address critical... — Updated 1/22/2024

 
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Indigenous actress makes history with Golden Globe Award

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-In January, Lily Gladstone made history as she became the first Indigenous actress to win a Golden Globe. Gladstone was awarded in the "Best Performance by a F... — Updated 1/22/2024

 

Directors' Corner

We were so honored that so many dear friends joined us for Indian Life Ministries' annual fundraising banquet, as you've already read about in this newspaper. At the banquet, we... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

Oklahoma tribes, IHS, state and area communities work together on American rescue plan water projects

TULSA, Okla.-Oklahoma tribes, the state of Oklahoma, Indian Health Service (IHS) and communities are working together utilizing American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds in a unified... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

First Indigenous premier includes Christian, First Nations elements in ceremony

WINNIPEG, Manitoba-On October 18, Wabanakwut "Wab" Kinew was sworn in as Manitoba's 25th premier-and as the first First Nations premier of a Canadian province. During the... — Updated 12/1/2023

 
 By Lux Butler    News

Hopi leader tells panel financial hurdles put aid out of reach

WASHINGTON-The chairman of the Hopi tribe told a Senate panel Wednesday that promises of federal funding remain just that-promises-for smaller tribes for whom the money is... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

ILM Offers Two New Books!

Indian Life Ministries is excited to announce two new books by Craig and LaDonna Smith now available: Indigenous Faith... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

New federal funding to revitalize, promote Native languages

WASHINGTON-In mid-October, U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i), chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), vice chair of the... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

Indian Life Ministries launches Council Fire devotional book

LANGDON, Alb.-Indian Life Ministries is excited to announce that the Council Fire devotional book is now ready to be ordered. This is presumed to be the first 365-day devotional to be written exclusively by Indigenous followers of... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

ILM banquet celebrates another year of ministry

In late October, Indian Life Ministries hosted a conference in Winnipeg for all those who support, or are interested in supporting, the outreach of ILM. The banquet was attended by... — Updated 12/1/2023

 

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