Tataskweyak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba is holding Manitoba Hydro to task for their involvement in lake sturgeon on the verge of extinction. They point the blame to the Churchill River diversion for killing them.

There have been two recent violent incidents in Saskatchewan hospitals and in their wake the provincial health authority and government have started taking steps to prevent further harm from being done to those who enter health care settings.

Upgrades have been mad in Waskaginish and neighboring communities on James Bay in the north of Quebec, as new health services have been made available for the Cree.

The Arctic Indigenous Wellness foundation is a one of a kind land-based healing camp in Denendeh in the Northwest Territories and as APTN’s Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs explains, they had to make the tough decision to pause one-on-one counselling.

Tonight on APTN National News: Although a threat of forceful takeover has been taken back, Greenlanders are still concerned as daily life continues. A First Nation in Manitoba urges the public to know that lake sturgeon are at great risk of extinction.

“The chaos that has been going on makes many people feel rage or frustrated and people react differently,” said Aviaq Brandt. “But long term, I hope that this is gathering us even more, getting us closer to each other.” www.aptnnews.ca/national-new...

Yukon University is the only university north of sixty in Canada and union members recently voted in favor of a strike mandate. Over 400 staff and faculty could be going on strike as early as March second if a collective agreement is not met.

In 2023, musician Buffy Sainte-Marie’s Cree identity came into question when her U.S. birth certificate was revealed. Buffy has had to return several of her honours, but Dalhousie University in NS recently revoked her honourary Doctor of Laws degree.

The Auditor General of Manitoba has made the latest report on kidney dialysis services in the province and says that it could be run more efficiently, especially when it comes to helping Indigenous people.

Members of the OneBC party were scheduled to hold a rally outside of the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre at the University of British Columbia but were met with angry protesters.

APTN News producer Bruce Spence and journalist/host Karyn Pugliese talk with InFocus host Cierra Bettens about the influence Thaioronióhte Dan David had on their careers.

AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak says at least one First Nations person had a negative encounter recently with ICE officials.

TV host and AI company CEO Ross Pambrun says his goal with artificial intelligence is to help protect communities from wildfires – but he needs people to participate. Watch the full Face to Face interview: youtu.be/1uk6w4-BqeU

A speech by Prime Minister Mark Carney at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week has garnered international coverage. Our Truth & Politics panelist Jennifer Laewetz shares her take on the prime minister's speech, where he said geopolitics are in a rupture.

Today on APTN National News: A rally that was being held by a political party in British Columbia is interrupted by a group from UBC Centre for Truth and Dialogue.

Dan David spent 45 years transforming how Indigenous stories are told. On the latest APTN News InFocus, we reflect on his life and legacy. Listen here: pod.fo/e/37f093

Toronto Metropolitan University professor Pam Palmater explains to Nation to Nation what Prime Minister Mark Carney needs to do to reset the relationship with First Nations in the new year. Watch the full interview: youtu.be/bPAYtC_00HY?...

APTN correspondent Angel Moore is in Nuuk, Greenland, and takes us through a news conference held by Greenland's prime minister regarding U.S. attempts to annex the territory. Hear more on APTN News Brief:

Jeremy Tunraluk has resigned from his position as president of Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated. The organization ensures promises made under the Nunavut agreement are carried out.

Mike Pemberton, the former premier of Yukon, resigned as the territory’s Liberal party leader on Wednesday. Pemberton took over as party leader last summer.

It has been two weeks since Renee Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, Minnesota. ICE officers have since continued detaining residents, including Native Americans.

A speech by the Prime Minister at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week has garnered international coverage and high praise from many – with the exception of U.S. President Donald Trump. Hear more on this week's Truth & Politics panel.

The non-profit organization called the Yukon Aboriginal Women's Council is suing a B.C.-based consulting firm, accusing it and its CEO of negligence and breach of contract - allegations it says have left it facing insolvency.

Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen addressed a packed house of international journalists in English during a press conference in Nuuk’s Katuaq Cultural Center on Thursday.

APTN's reporter in Iqaluit says U.S. President Donald Trump’s continued threats to annex Greenland is having a direct effect on the people of Nunavut. Read more on how Nunavut and Greenland play into global strategic defense from Nation to Nation.

The lawsuit against the RCMP for the 2021 arrest and detention of a photojournalist covering the Wet'suwet'en pipeline dispute in B.C. is being heard in Vancouver. Amber Bracken's lawyer says what happened to her has had a "chilling effect."

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization, which represents 32 Anishinaabe and Dakota Nations in Manitoba, has parted ways with another chief executive officer.

APTN News correspondent Jesse Staniforth was at a news conference in Nuuk, Greenland, hosted by the territory’s prime minister. Here’s what happened.

Tonight on APTN National News: Correspondent Angel Moore reports on Greenland’s prime minister and the need for the U.S. to have respectful talks with the territory. ICE agents in the U.S. continue to stop and detain Native Americans.

Donald Trump has backed down from a forceful invasion of Greenland. Trump's pivot and how Greenland is still keeping their guard up, tonight on APTN National News. Watch live: www.youtube.com/aptnnews

APTN Iqaluit reporter Justin Hardy talks to Nation to Nation about U.S. President Donald Trump’s annexation threats and the strong ties between the peoples of Greenland and Nunavut. Full discussion tonight.

“We have developed our society, democracy, and country for many years under the framework of the Kingdom of Denmark and the NATO alliance. We have obtained self-rule, our right to self-determination, within the framework. It must continue.” APTN reports from Nuuk. www.aptnnews.ca/national-new...

The James Smith Cree Nation in Saskatchewan held a sod turning ceremony this week as they are now one step closer to a much-needed wellness and treatment centre for their people and surrounding communities.

Greenland’s prime minister meets with media and APTN’s correspondent Angel Moore joins us to talk about what he had to say about the latest news of annexation talks.

Taylor Galvin, or Auntea Taylor online, is an environmental scientist from Brokenhead Ojibway Nation in Manitoba. APTN’s Creeson Agecoutay talks with her about how she uses social media to teach the importance of traditional medicine.

Today on APTN National News: Greenland’s prime minister meets with media and correspondent Angel Moore will join us to talk about what he said.

LIVE: Tataskweyak Cree Nation is releasing research findings regarding Manitoba Hydro's northern operations and its impact on the environment.

LIVE: Officials from the Greenlandic government are addressing international media at a news conference in the capital.

On Wednesday, a Federal Court judge set aside a November order for the social media company to wind down operations in Canada.

Greenland is urging citizens to prepare for what could be coming from the U.S. Hear more on APTN News Brief:

If you’re in Winnipeg, MB this weekend and are a fan of hockey, the Winnipeg Jets will be holding their eighth annual Winnipeg Aboriginal Sport Achievement Centre night at the Canada Life Centre Saturday evening. Go out and celebrate Indigenous culture!

Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario continues to evacuate their residents due to unsafe drinking water. Their water treatment system broke earlier this month and although it has now been fixed, the water is far from safe.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, are detaining Native Americans while searching for undocumented immigrants. Now, the Grand Council Treaty 3 in Ontario are warning their citizens to be cautious when crossing the border into the U.S.

Yellowknife is hosting an international seminar on Arctic resilience for growing security challenges in the north. Attendees of the seminar include Nordic ambassadors, Indigenous leaders and political officials.

As the world waits to see what U.S. President Donald Trump decides to do with Greenland in the face of opposition from Europe and Canada, people in Nuuk are going about their daily lives.

Iqaluit shoppers are seeing more options on the shelves of Northmart as it reopens with a newly renovated fresh food section.

A non-profit organization that helps vulnerable women in Whitehorse say they’re on the brink of financial collapse. APTN’s Sara Connors reports more.

The minister responsible for Manitoba Hydro says a review will take place into the utility's response in Pimicikamak Cree Nation.

Tonight on APTN National News: Greenlandic government told their people in a press conference to prepare for possible annexation. Yellowknife hosts international seminar on Arctic resilience for growing security challenges in the north.

International media have descended on Greenland amid talk of possible U.S. annexation. APTN News web reporter Jesse Staniforth is in Nuuk, sharing what he’s hearing after Donald Trump’s speech in Davos.