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flag First Nations leaders warn budget cuts threaten key projects and demand greater federal investment and inclusion.

flag First Nations leaders warn that federal budget cuts to their communities could derail major government projects, stressing that ongoing issues like inadequate infrastructure and lack of clean water still demand attention. flag AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak and regional chiefs urge Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize Indigenous needs in the fall budget, criticizing the government’s limited consultation and underrepresentation of First Nations in advisory councils for fast-tracked projects. flag They emphasize that funding must be maintained or increased to support national development while respecting Indigenous rights and governance. flag Meanwhile, efforts continue to advance Indigenous economic development through initiatives like business directories and training programs, and some First Nations seek a fair share of resource revenues to address environmental damage and support self-determination.

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