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Indigenous coalition continues challenge to mining project on religious liberty grounds

Indigenous coalition continues challenge to mining project on religious liberty grounds

Kate Scanlon · April 24, 2026

An Indigenous coalition filed an updated lawsuit in federal district court in Phoenix on April 22, their latest attempt to block a land transfer including their sacred site at Oak Flat, Arizona, and protect the site from destruction by a copper mining giant.
Archbishop Smith to join Canadian delegation at Indigenous ministry conference in New Zealand

Archbishop Smith to join Canadian delegation at Indigenous ministry conference in New Zealand

B.C. Catholic · February 24, 2026

Canada has “much to share with other countries” when it comes to reconciliation and ministry with Indigenous peoples, says Vancouver Archbishop Richard Smith, as he prepares to attend the International Conference on Catholic Indigenous Ministry in New Zealand.
National Indigenous Peoples Day - A Call to Reflection and Renewal

National Indigenous Peoples Day - A Call to Reflection and Renewal

Catholic Register Staff · June 20, 2025

A statement by the CCCB marking National Indigenous Peoples Day, which is observed June 21.
‘Allow us to... paddle with you’

‘Allow us to... paddle with you’

Archbishop Smith receives Indigenous welcome

Nicholas Elbers · June 6, 2025

In a ceremony steeped in tradition, drumbeats and booming voices filled the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver ballroom as Squamish First Nation drummers brought an Indigenous welcome at a reception for Vancouver Archbishop Richard Smith.
Throne Speech has concerns for Catholics

Throne Speech has concerns for Catholics

Susan Korah · May 28, 2025

The Speech from the Throne — delivered by King Charles III May 27 to open the latest session of Parliament under the Liberals and Prime Minister Mark Carney — was a powerful assertion of Canada’s identity as distinct political, social and cultural entity.
Pope Francis calls for respect for Indigenous peoples' land, water, food

Pope Francis calls for respect for Indigenous peoples' land, water, food

Catholic News Service · February 10, 2025

For Indigenous communities around the world, "land, water and food are not mere commodities, but the very basis of life and of these peoples' bond with nature," Pope Francis said.