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Métis Women’s Council on Economic Security : 2017 report and recommendations and Government of Alberta response

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Presents nine recommendations made to the government by the Métis Women's Council on Economic Security in 2017, and the related government responses to the recommendations. Recommendations cover... More ≫

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Presents nine recommendations made to the government by the Métis Women's Council on Economic Security in 2017, and the related government responses to the recommendations. Recommendations cover the child intervention system, safety for Indigenous women, support for Indigenous people transitioning to urban centres, Indigenous tourism, social justice, collaboration in the development of government programs and services, and entrepreneurial and employment opportunities resulting from the legalization of cannabis. The Council was established in 2013 to provide advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta on strategies to improve the economic security of Indigenous women in Alberta.

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First Nations Development Fund Grant Program annual results

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The First Nations Development Fund grant program is available to First Nation band councils in Alberta, and supports the well being and self reliance of First Nations communities through the... More ≫

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The First Nations Development Fund grant program is available to First Nation band councils in Alberta, and supports the well being and self reliance of First Nations communities through the funding of economic, social and community development projects. This annual report presents the history of the grant process, how it is funded, and what projects used grant funding for the year.

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First Nations Development Fund Grant Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Alberta as represented by the Minister of Gaming and the "First Nation"

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The First Nations Development Fund grant program is a Government of Alberta lottery grant program available exclusively to First Nations band councils in Alberta. It was developed by First Nations... More ≫

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The First Nations Development Fund grant program is a Government of Alberta lottery grant program available exclusively to First Nations band councils in Alberta. It was developed by First Nations and the Government of Alberta as part of the Government of Alberta's First Nations Gaming Policy and is supported by a portion of revenues from government-owned slot machines located in First Nation casinos in Alberta. First Nations in Alberta can apply to the program for economic, social and community development projects that clearly benefit their First Nations members. First Nations who access the grant funding have signed a grant agreement with the Government of Alberta.

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Alberta clean technology road map

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The Alberta Clean Technology Road Map strengthens the connection between the Climate Change Innovation and Technology Framework and the Government of Alberta's current and historic clean... More ≫

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The Alberta Clean Technology Road Map strengthens the connection between the Climate Change Innovation and Technology Framework and the Government of Alberta's current and historic clean innovation-related policy. The document provides an overview of several segments of the Alberta cleantech market and existing supports for innovators and entrepreneurs based in the province.

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Government of Alberta-Metis Settlements General Council : long-term governance and funding arrangements

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On March 12, 2013, the Premier, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and the President of the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC) signed the Long-Term Governance and Funding Arrangements . The... More ≫

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On March 12, 2013, the Premier, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and the President of the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC) signed the Long-Term Governance and Funding Arrangements . The 10-year landmark agreement commits $85 million from Alberta and $28.5 million from the MSGC for initiatives aimed at: * Strengthening the Settlements’ governance, accountability and sustainability. * Increasing education, employment and economic opportunities. * Improving infrastructure and essential services. * Creating safe and healthy communities, including dedicating an RCMP officer for each of the eight Metis Settlements. * Enhancing the productive relationship between the Government of Alberta and the Metis Settlements. Representatives of the Government of Alberta, through the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations, and the Metis Settlements have developed a comprehensive implementation plan and are currently working together to fulfil the agreement commitments.

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Relationship agreement between the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations in Alberta and the Government of Alberta for discussion on matters of mutual concern

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Relationship agreement between the Government of Alberta and the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations for discussions on matters of mutual concern.

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Alberta-Métis settlements accord

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A political agreement between Alberta and the Federation of Métis Settlement Associations which described both parties' intentions to develop a new land-based governance model for the Métis... More ≫

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A political agreement between Alberta and the Federation of Métis Settlement Associations which described both parties' intentions to develop a new land-based governance model for the Métis settlements. The accord's goals are to secure a Métis land base for future generations, and to support local autonomy and economic self-sufficiency.

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