Aboriginal Affairs

Government of New Brunswick

Grant Programs for First Nations
Small grants for a variety of events, projects and initiatives are available.
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30 September 2011

Multi-million-dollar information technology training-for-employment program to help Aboriginal people

A $4.1-million training-for-employment program was announced today, providing opportunities for Aboriginal people in New Brunswick in information and communications technology.
09 September 2011

New Brunswick First Nations establish negotiation process with provincial, federal governments

The provincial and federal governments as well as New Brunswick’s First Nations signed an agreement today to guide discussions leading to an agreement on Aboriginal and treaty rights.

Government of New Brunswick Duty to Consult Policy

The Government of New Brunswick will consult with First Nations before an action or decision is taken that may adversely impact Aboriginal and treaty rights.

Child Welfare Review

The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate is performing an independent review of child welfare services in New Brunswick’s 15 First Nations communities.

A new era in Aboriginal-provincial relations has been ushered in with the signing of the Mi'kmaq, Maliseet, Province of New Brunswick Relationship Building Bilateral Agreement in a ceremony at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton.