This document discusses several issues related to Aboriginal peoples in Canada. It provides background on the author and outlines topics like funding for Indigenous affairs, economic development opportunities, transparency and accountability for how funding is used, and public safety concerns like fire protection on reserves. The document expresses the need for more audits and ensuring funding is tied to improved outcomes for Indigenous communities. It also comments on some court cases and notes that all parties must work together on practical solutions rather than blame.
State of Affairs - First Nations (Aboriginals) - Canada - September 2018paul young cpa, cga
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
There needs to be innovative ways to build housing, i.e. 3D printing
Government Policies - Aboriginal affairs formerly first nations- Canada - Dec...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks state of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
The presentation will look at areas like economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
Government policies - Indigenous Affairs (First Nations) - Canada - Septembe...paul young cpa, cga
All governments make promises they will be better when it comes to government. This presentation looks at first nations including the election promises made by the Liberals during the 2015 election campaign.
Canada and Aboriginal Groups - Issues and Solutions - September 2018paul young cpa, cga
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
Federal government needs a better approach with AFN. The govt should have a partnership with AFN
State of Affairs - First Nations (Aboriginals) - Canada - September 2018paul young cpa, cga
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
There needs to be innovative ways to build housing, i.e. 3D printing
Government Policies - Aboriginal affairs formerly first nations- Canada - Dec...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks state of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
The presentation will look at areas like economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
Government policies - Indigenous Affairs (First Nations) - Canada - Septembe...paul young cpa, cga
All governments make promises they will be better when it comes to government. This presentation looks at first nations including the election promises made by the Liberals during the 2015 election campaign.
Canada and Aboriginal Groups - Issues and Solutions - September 2018paul young cpa, cga
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
Federal government needs a better approach with AFN. The govt should have a partnership with AFN
This presentation will look the work Conservative Party of Canada under Prime Minster Stephen Harper.
The presentation will focus on government spending, taxation, middle class, GDP, Labour Market and other areas
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose at a faster pace year over year in February (+1.1%) than in January (+1.0%). The rise in gasoline prices (+5.0%) supported consumer price growth in February. Excluding gasoline, the CPI rose 1.0% in February—down from a 1.3% increase in January. Source - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/210317/dq210317a-eng.htm
Housing Prices -
The largest y-o-y gains – above 35% range – were recorded in the Lakelands region of Ontario cottage country, Tillsonburg District and Woodstock-Ingersoll.
Y-o-y price increases in the 30-35% were seen in Barrie, Niagara, Bancroft and Area, Grey-Bruce Owen Sound, Kawartha Lakes, London & St. Thomas, North Bay, Northumberland Hills, Quinte & District, Simcoe & District and Southern Georgian Bay.
This was followed by y-o-y price gains in the range of 25-30% in Hamilton, Guelph, Cambridge, Brantford, Huron Perth, Kitchener-Waterloo, Peterborough and the Kawarthas and Greater Moncton.
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/canadian-housing-markets-set-records-again-in-february-879761646.html
Wages and Inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/investing/video/hard-for-inflation-to-rise-in-canada-with-tempered-wage-growth-and-energy-prices-paul-sandhu~2097184
Large debt - https://economics.td.com/ca-canadian-wealth
Government Relations - Federal and Provincial - Canada - September 2018paul young cpa, cga
Part of building a strong unions means that all levels of govt need to get along.
Too many govt are pushing their own social agenda which has caused rifts at all levels of govt.
Here is a look at issues including results related to First Nations. Trudeau loves to spin how he has been better for aboriginals, but that has not been completely true.
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
Blog – Cost of Living – Canada – March 2021
1. Carbon tax and gasoline - https://www.reddeeradvocate.com/news/expect-higher-gasoline-prices-after-carbon-tax-hike/
2. Canada housing prices are the most overvalued within the G7 - https://betterdwelling.com/canadian-estate-prices-are-the-most-overvalued-in-the-g7-shows-another-indicator/
3. Commodity prices - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/commodities/video/meat-vegetables-and-bakery-items-drive-food-inflation-rate-higher-in-2021-charlebois~2095759
4. Lumber prices - https://www.woodbusiness.ca/mwc-2021-no-relief-in-sight-for-high-lumber-prices-tight-supply-but-future-is-bright/
5. USA consumer prices hit 8 ½ high - https://www.woodbusiness.ca/mwc-2021-no-relief-in-sight-for-high-lumber-prices-tight-supply-but-future-is-bright/
6. Natural gas and hydro - https://oilprice.com/Energy/Natural-Gas/Why-Natural-Gas-Wont-Be-Replaced-Anytime-Soon.html
7. Freight index - https://www.logisticsmgmt.com/article/march_cass_freight_index_report_trends_up_for_shipments_and_expenditures
8. Threat of inflation - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/economists-says-inflation-risks-are-highest-in-20-years-and-could-force-fed-to-raise-interest-rates-by-2022-11616426962
9. 60% of Cdns worried about inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/60-of-canadians-worried-about-inflation-in-2021-cibc-1.1541942Morneau-Shepell predicts average wage growth of only 1.9% for 2021 which likely will be less than inflation - National data broken down by province shows an overall actual average base salary increase including freezes of 1.6% for 2020 and a projected average base salary increase of 1.9% 2021.
Bottom Line: A variety of special factors landed on an already tough base effect to produce the highest reading on Canadian inflation in almost two decades in July. It is important to note that even with the gaudy headline readings, the two-year pace—which removes base effects—is still running close to 2% on most major measures. And, we remain comfortable with our forecasts on CPI for this year and next; we had been calling for an average rate of 3% this year and just a snick below in 2022 (2.9% to be precise). Having said all that, it is always notable when the surprises all land on one side of the ledger—the high side—and that has been the case for most the year in North American price readings. Risks remain to the high side on inflation until further notice.
Source – BMO - https://economics.bmo.com/en/publications/detail/bf88c408-2bca-4efa-b4ea-05fc1cc6d2af/
1. Gasoline Prices / Canada - https://globalnews.ca/news/8101013/covid-19-delta-variant-gas-prices-canada/
2. Housing costs - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-canadas-inflation-rate-jumps-to-37-in-july-on-rising-housing-costs/
3. Housing - https://financialpost.com/executive/posthaste-its-not-just-demand-growth-in-housing-supply-may-have-also-peaked-in-canada-after-a-burst-of-activity
4. Food - https://toronto.citynews.ca/2021/08/18/canadians-groceries-food-costs/
5. Middle class income barely grew in 2019 - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=1110001201
6. Wealth tax - https://torontosun.com/opinion/columnists/goldstein-make-the-rich-pay-new-reports-show-in-canada-we-already-do
7. Canadian dollar - https://financialpost.com/executive/executive-summary/posthaste-get-ready-for-a-76-cent-loonie-canadian-dollars-virtuous-circle-is-about-to-go-into-reverse-says-bofa
8. Inequality https://globalnews.ca/news/8096250/covid-inequities-ethnocultural-communities-study/
9. Housing prices - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/real-estate/video/canada-s-housing-prices-aren-t-stacking-up-their-weight-in-gold-goldmoney~1365255
10. Middle class - https://www.resourceworks.com/just-transitions
Government policies - Aboriginal Affairs - Canada - February 2018paul young cpa, cga
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
Government Policies - Aboriginal affairs - Canada - December 2017paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks state of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
The presentation will look at areas like economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
This presentation will look the work Conservative Party of Canada under Prime Minster Stephen Harper.
The presentation will focus on government spending, taxation, middle class, GDP, Labour Market and other areas
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose at a faster pace year over year in February (+1.1%) than in January (+1.0%). The rise in gasoline prices (+5.0%) supported consumer price growth in February. Excluding gasoline, the CPI rose 1.0% in February—down from a 1.3% increase in January. Source - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/210317/dq210317a-eng.htm
Housing Prices -
The largest y-o-y gains – above 35% range – were recorded in the Lakelands region of Ontario cottage country, Tillsonburg District and Woodstock-Ingersoll.
Y-o-y price increases in the 30-35% were seen in Barrie, Niagara, Bancroft and Area, Grey-Bruce Owen Sound, Kawartha Lakes, London & St. Thomas, North Bay, Northumberland Hills, Quinte & District, Simcoe & District and Southern Georgian Bay.
This was followed by y-o-y price gains in the range of 25-30% in Hamilton, Guelph, Cambridge, Brantford, Huron Perth, Kitchener-Waterloo, Peterborough and the Kawarthas and Greater Moncton.
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/canadian-housing-markets-set-records-again-in-february-879761646.html
Wages and Inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/investing/video/hard-for-inflation-to-rise-in-canada-with-tempered-wage-growth-and-energy-prices-paul-sandhu~2097184
Large debt - https://economics.td.com/ca-canadian-wealth
Government Relations - Federal and Provincial - Canada - September 2018paul young cpa, cga
Part of building a strong unions means that all levels of govt need to get along.
Too many govt are pushing their own social agenda which has caused rifts at all levels of govt.
Here is a look at issues including results related to First Nations. Trudeau loves to spin how he has been better for aboriginals, but that has not been completely true.
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
Blog – Cost of Living – Canada – March 2021
1. Carbon tax and gasoline - https://www.reddeeradvocate.com/news/expect-higher-gasoline-prices-after-carbon-tax-hike/
2. Canada housing prices are the most overvalued within the G7 - https://betterdwelling.com/canadian-estate-prices-are-the-most-overvalued-in-the-g7-shows-another-indicator/
3. Commodity prices - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/commodities/video/meat-vegetables-and-bakery-items-drive-food-inflation-rate-higher-in-2021-charlebois~2095759
4. Lumber prices - https://www.woodbusiness.ca/mwc-2021-no-relief-in-sight-for-high-lumber-prices-tight-supply-but-future-is-bright/
5. USA consumer prices hit 8 ½ high - https://www.woodbusiness.ca/mwc-2021-no-relief-in-sight-for-high-lumber-prices-tight-supply-but-future-is-bright/
6. Natural gas and hydro - https://oilprice.com/Energy/Natural-Gas/Why-Natural-Gas-Wont-Be-Replaced-Anytime-Soon.html
7. Freight index - https://www.logisticsmgmt.com/article/march_cass_freight_index_report_trends_up_for_shipments_and_expenditures
8. Threat of inflation - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/economists-says-inflation-risks-are-highest-in-20-years-and-could-force-fed-to-raise-interest-rates-by-2022-11616426962
9. 60% of Cdns worried about inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/60-of-canadians-worried-about-inflation-in-2021-cibc-1.1541942Morneau-Shepell predicts average wage growth of only 1.9% for 2021 which likely will be less than inflation - National data broken down by province shows an overall actual average base salary increase including freezes of 1.6% for 2020 and a projected average base salary increase of 1.9% 2021.
Bottom Line: A variety of special factors landed on an already tough base effect to produce the highest reading on Canadian inflation in almost two decades in July. It is important to note that even with the gaudy headline readings, the two-year pace—which removes base effects—is still running close to 2% on most major measures. And, we remain comfortable with our forecasts on CPI for this year and next; we had been calling for an average rate of 3% this year and just a snick below in 2022 (2.9% to be precise). Having said all that, it is always notable when the surprises all land on one side of the ledger—the high side—and that has been the case for most the year in North American price readings. Risks remain to the high side on inflation until further notice.
Source – BMO - https://economics.bmo.com/en/publications/detail/bf88c408-2bca-4efa-b4ea-05fc1cc6d2af/
1. Gasoline Prices / Canada - https://globalnews.ca/news/8101013/covid-19-delta-variant-gas-prices-canada/
2. Housing costs - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-canadas-inflation-rate-jumps-to-37-in-july-on-rising-housing-costs/
3. Housing - https://financialpost.com/executive/posthaste-its-not-just-demand-growth-in-housing-supply-may-have-also-peaked-in-canada-after-a-burst-of-activity
4. Food - https://toronto.citynews.ca/2021/08/18/canadians-groceries-food-costs/
5. Middle class income barely grew in 2019 - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=1110001201
6. Wealth tax - https://torontosun.com/opinion/columnists/goldstein-make-the-rich-pay-new-reports-show-in-canada-we-already-do
7. Canadian dollar - https://financialpost.com/executive/executive-summary/posthaste-get-ready-for-a-76-cent-loonie-canadian-dollars-virtuous-circle-is-about-to-go-into-reverse-says-bofa
8. Inequality https://globalnews.ca/news/8096250/covid-inequities-ethnocultural-communities-study/
9. Housing prices - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/real-estate/video/canada-s-housing-prices-aren-t-stacking-up-their-weight-in-gold-goldmoney~1365255
10. Middle class - https://www.resourceworks.com/just-transitions
Government policies - Aboriginal Affairs - Canada - February 2018paul young cpa, cga
State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
Economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
More enforcement of accountability and transparency including look at funding and outcomes.
All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
Government Policies - Aboriginal affairs - Canada - December 2017paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks state of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
The presentation will look at areas like economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
Government policies - Aboriginal Affairs - Canada - june 2017paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at issues facing first nations/aboriginal people of Canada. The focus is on policy as part of looking at the government's commitment to improve conditions for first nations people of Canada.
Equalization and Government Transfers to the Provinces - Canada paul young cpa, cga
1. NF - https://economics.td.com/newfoundland-labrador-budget
2. BC bond downgrade - https://www.fitchratings.com/research/international-public-finance/fitch-downgrades-province-of-british-columbia-idrs-to-aa-from-aaa-outlook-stable-25-06-2021
3. Provincial outlook - https://economics.td.com/provincial-economic-forecast
4. Natural resources output - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/210623/dq210623a-eng.htm - Real gross domestic product (GDP) of the natural resources sector rose 2.9% in the first quarter of 2021, the third consecutive quarterly increase. The rise in the natural resources sector was strong, compared with economy-wide real GDP (+1.4%), reflecting growing demand for natural resource products as the country recovers from the pandemic.
5. MFG - https://economics.td.com/ca-manufacturing-sales
6. Construction - https://canada.constructconnect.com/joc/news/economic/2021/06/canada-no-slouch-when-it-comes-to-construction-material-cost-hikes
7. Automation - https://economics.td.com/ca-pandemic-digitalization
8. Retail sales - https://danavation.com/top-tech-trends-in-retail/
9. Infrastructure - https://www.thestar.com/business/opinion/2021/06/26/lets-reboot-canadas-infrastructure-by-including-the-community-sector.html
10. Value for money - https://www.sherwoodparknews.com/opinion/indigenous-funding-a-massive-failure/wcm/88b68f6a-9d37-4e45-a1bd-f5449fb90ae8 or Here is a brief look at why value for money and performance audits are very important for all levels of government - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/why-are-value-for-money-and-performance-audits-important-for-government-public-sector
Do Canadians have trust with Justin Trudeau Government - October 7, 2022.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog - Do Canadians still have trust with Justin Trudeau Government – October 7, 2022
Justin Trudeau new spending to curb inflation will do little to address issues with inflation
New report said more focus is required on supply chain. Omar Alghabra and other federal transportation ministers did little to address issues with supply chain - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/how-best-to-build-a-reslient-supply-chainpptx or https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2019-election-supply-management-ag-sector-canada
Household debt continues to be an issue as many Canadians are withing $200 of bankruptcies
The gun buyback program is facing enormous hurdles. Money spent on gun buyback could better used to strengthen resources with Border Security and law enforcement.
Environmental commissioner called out Trudeau’s government in ability to manage fishing stocks. Trudeau and his team claim over the past months that new legislation would bring in tougher waterways environmental standards - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/water-management-canada-and-the-world-pptx or https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/environment-air-quality-water-and-land-management-november-2017
Minister Wilkinson has said hydrogen projects in Canada needs to competitive with projects in the USA. Cheapest way to make hydrogen is from natural gas. Green hydrogen needs to be commercially viable without direct government grants and subsidies - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/energy-sector-oil-and-gas-preliminary-analysis-september-2022pptx
Media has been calling out Trudeau’s new online bill as being extremely flawed - https://torontosun.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-trudeaus-internet-censorship-law-still-a-big-problem
Canadians can make their own assessment based on my information as well as other sources on whether Justin Trudeau has been accountable and transparent on the operations of his government.
This presentation focuses on the environment including what needs to happen in order to protect the environment as well as balance environmental policies with economic policies.
2019 Election| infrastructure and Capital Spending| Canada| June 2019paul young cpa, cga
The value of building permits issued by Canadian municipalities declined 3.7% to $8.0 billion in June, largely due to a decrease in the value of multi-family and institutional permits. Six provinces declined, with Alberta accounting for over one-third of the national decrease. Of the provinces posting gains, Nova Scotia reported the largest increase (+32.1%), reflecting gains in the value of residential and commercial permits in Halifax.
Morneau “"I think Canadians will make their decisions based on those economic outcomes. I think people will see Andrew Scheer does not have a credible approach for the economy and our approach to the economy is actually working," he told reporters at an event at Toronto's Ryerson University. "There are obviously continuing challenges ... people in Alberta are facing a challenge around the changing oil and gas sector. Those issues are real. But what we're also seeing across the country is significantly more people employed.“ -Source - https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/scheer-economic-address-energy-corridor-1.5138649
There many facets to the economy including how to bet get goods to market in environmentally sustainable way. The problem is the liberals never had the answers as you will see with this presentation as it focus on taxation, regulations, fdi, trade, environment, employment and innovation.
This presentation looks at different aspects of the Canadian economy as part of helping business and people understand the pressures Canada is facing both domestically as well as internationally.
The presentation will look at retail sales, housing starts, income, employment, government spending, key industry metrics and exports.
There has been little discussion of a economic road map as part of the managing COVID19. The economy has many parts to it as such govt needs to come up with fiscal and economic road map as part moving Canada through the COVID19 crisis.
This presentation looks at key areas of policy as part of looking a how best to deliver tax fairness along with value for money for all program spending.
Similar to Issues facing Aboriginals - Canada - February 2018 (20)
Global Housing Market Analysis and Commentary- September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Homebuilders are walking a fine line when it comes to new projects as high mortgage rates curb demand.
New residential construction, including single-family homes and multifamily, dropped 11.3% month over month in August to 1.283 million units on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Census Bureau data released Tuesday. That's down 14.8% compared with a year ago and well below the 1.44 million units economists surveyed by Bloomberg projected.
But authorized residential permits — an indicator of potential future activity — rose 6.9% to 1.543 million permits in August from July. That was still down 2.7% from last August. Single-family permits, though, were up 2% from July to 949,000. Multifamily permits came in at 535,000.
The data reflects two opposing forces builders are trying to balance: the ongoing need for new construction to fill in limited inventory and elevated mortgage rates that are hurting their biggest customer right now, the first-time homebuyer.
"High mortgage rates are clearly taking a toll on builder confidence and consumer demand, as a growing number of buyers are electing to defer a home purchase until long-term rates move lower," Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders, said Monday in a press release after builder confidence dropped for the second straight month.
Source: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/homebuilders-face-a-tough-balancing-act-on-new-construction-amid-high-mortgage-rates-130744368.html
Blog – What is next for the Mining Sector – September 2023
The mining sector provides critical material that support solar, wind, and lithium-ion batteries as part of the green transition. https://www.iea.org/news/critical-minerals-market-sees-unprecedented-growth-as-clean-energy-demand-drives-strong-increase-in-investment
The mining sector products play a key role with the global GDP - https://www.yicaiglobal.com/news/global-mining-industry-value-was-69-of-world-gdp-last-year-china-says
Mining practices need to be sustainable including following all ESG policies - https://www.linkedin.com/advice/1/how-can-you-monitor-sustainable-mining-practices
Other links and sources –
Lithium Supply and Price - https://zbr.com.mx/en/sin-categoria-es/lithium-prices-fall-44-in-china-due-to-lack-of-demand/138168/
Cobalt - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mahmut-karada%C5%9F-a2b7a5151_china-exportrestrictions-gallium-activity-7082603182589157376-Zrty/?trk=public_profile_like_view
Nickel https://www.eureporter.co/business/2023/09/15/stanislav-kondrashov-from-telf-ag-nickel-prices-outlook-remains-positive/
Iron-ore - https://www.brecorder.com/news/40263584/sgx-iron-ore-set-for-best-week-in-3-months
TD Bank / Metals - https://www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/setting-the-stage-for-gold-outlook
Biodiversity / Mining - https://worldcrunch.com/green/lithium-green-energy-argentina-indigenous
ESG - https://iriscarbon.com/the-added-value-of-integrated-esg-reporting-a-threefold-framework/
Blog – Manufacturing Shipments and Orders – The United States – August 2023
Summary:
New orders for manufacturing technology in the United States totaled $353.9 million in July 2023, as per the latest report by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This figure marked a 12.4% decline from June 2023 but remained only 10.5% lower than July 2022. Year-to-date orders amounted to $2.83 billion, reflecting a 12.7% decrease compared to the same period the previous year.
Douglas K. Woods, President of AMT, noted that July is typically a slower month for manufacturing technology orders, so a slight drop was expected. However, he pointed out a notable trend: over the last two months, the year-to-date order gap has narrowed during historically slow periods. While job shops have seen decreased orders, other industries that benefited from reshoring or government investments have helped fill the gap.
Among specific sectors, job shops, the largest customer segment, placed their lowest total monthly orders since August 2020. In contrast, metal valve manufacturers recorded their third-highest monthly order value on record, last seen in September 2018, making up nearly 5% of the total manufacturing technology order value for July 2023. Manufacturers of motor vehicle transmissions continued to order machinery at an elevated pace. However, the aerospace industry continued to order below its early 2022 peaks, with hopes that recent projects like the federal government's $1.5 billion investment in communications satellites might reverse this trend.
Source: https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2023/september/u.s.-manufacturing-technology-orders-dip-in-july-but-show-resilience-amid-economic-uncertainty
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 15 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – Analysis and Commentary – Stock Market – WE September 15 2023
Summary:
Stocks fell Friday as investors wrap up a volatile week ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting.
The Dow Jones Industrials tumbled 288.87 points to close out Friday and the week at 34,618.24. At its lows, it completely wiped out Thursday's 332-point rally.
The S&P 500 index sank 54.78 points, or 1.2%, to 4,450.32.
The NASDAQ index plunged 217.72 points, or 1.6%, to 13,708.33.
The Dow held onto a winning week. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ both closed out the week with losses.
Information technology was the worst-performing sector in the S&P 500, down nearly 2%. Adobe shares fell more than 4% even after the software firm posted better-than-expected quarterly results. Shares of Arm Holdings were lower one day after its successful public debut.
Auto stocks General Motors and Stellantis N.V. were higher Friday, while Ford Motor was about flat. Thousands of members of the United Auto Workers went on strike after failing to reach a deal with the automakers Thursday night.
Elsewhere, Lennar shares slid 3%. The home construction firm posted third-quarter results that beat on the top and bottom lines.
On the economic front, the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey showed one-year inflation expectations dropped to 3.1% in
September, tied for the lowest since January 2021. Also, the five-year outlook fell to 2.7%, matching its lowest since December 2020.
Electricity Analysis - Canada and the OECD - June 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Over three-quarters of the world’s total coal-generated electricity is consumed in just three countries. China is the top user of coal, making up 53.3% of global coal demand, followed by India at 13.6%, and the U.S. at 8.9%.
Burning coal—for electricity, as well as metallurgy and cement production—is the world’s single largest source of CO2 emissions. Nevertheless, its use in electricity generation has actually grown 91.2% since 1997, the year when the first global climate agreement was signed in Kyoto, Japan.
However, even as non-renewables enjoy their time in the sun, their days could be numbered.
In 2022, renewables, such as wind, solar, and geothermal, represented 14.4% of total electricity generation with an extraordinary annual growth rate of 14.7%, driven by big gains in solar and wind. Non-renewables, by contrast, only managed an anemic 0.4%.
The authors of the Statistical Review do not include hydroelectric in their renewable calculations, even though many others, including the International Energy Agency, consider it a “well-established renewable power technology.”
With hydroelectric moved into the renewable column, together they accounted for over 29.3% of all electricity generated in 2022, with an annual growth rate of 7.4%.
Source - https://energynow.ca/2023/09/infographic-what-electricity-sources-power-the-world-see-them-here-visual-capitalist/
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 9 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
What did the markets tell us this week?
1. Housing supply and costs continue to plague countries around the world.
2. Gasoline prices are on the rise that puts pressure on central banks ability to hit their core inflation targets.
3. ESG adoption by both the private and public sector is leading to both funding concerns and the overall cost of implementing ESG policies.
4. Adopting technology as part of increasing food production is facing both capital and operational funding concerns.
5. Strike at LNG facility in Australia is leading to concerns around a supply chain disruption of natural gas for EMEA and Asia.
6. The threat of China dumping batteries into markets - https://www.ft.com/content/b6038e51-7b5b-4f97-a5da-9202e71562fc
7. Adoption of generative AI has been facing many challenges related to security, privacy, and ethical issues.
8. Lack of biodiversity planning as part of the overall climate mitigation including sustainable mining, forestry, oil, gas, agriculture, and housing
9. Geopolitical issues continue to impact supply chain.
10. The concerns of recession continue to plague both the private and public sector.
11. Productivity issues continue to plague governments around the world.
Global (Mining Oil and Gas Forestry and Agriculture) Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The mining, oil, gas, agriculture, forestry, and mining continue to face environmental, social, and governance policy review including reporting of key metrics as part of ESG reporting cycle.
There is more focus on profitability and investment returns as part of the integrated planning and reporting cycle.
Summary:
The global economy faces what at least one forecaster is calling a mild trade recession as shipments from China slump and German factories downshift.
China’s export declines extended into August, though there were signs that the worst of a world trade slowdown may be over for the leading exporter.
Overseas shipments from China fell 8.8% in dollar terms from a year earlier while imports contracted 7.3%, both better than economists’ estimates and significantly less severe than July’s downturn.
Other data have suggested trade may be stabilizing after weakening for most of this year. Exports from South Korea also declined at a more moderate pace in August than the previous month.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-07/supply-chain-latest-world-trade-faces-a-shallow-recession?srnd=economics-v2
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/falling-lithium-prices-challenge-potential-cost-advantages-of-sodium-batteries
Oil Production - https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/06/business/oil-price-goldman-sachs/index.html
Natural gas - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/natural-gas-holds-up-as-markets-in-limbo-over-strikes-202309070956
Lumber - https://www.fastmarkets.com/insights/sawmill-capacity-closures-reshape-us-lumber-supply
Critical metals - https://www.wasterecyclingmag.ca/feature/how-recycling-could-solve-the-shortage-of-minerals-essential-to-clean-energy/
Agriculture - https://www.morningagclips.com/economists-forecast-positive-end-of-year-crop-outlook-despite-warmer-midwestern-climate/
ESG - https://www.skadden.com/insights/publications/2023/09/the-informed-board/the-eus-new-esg-disclosure-rules
Ports - https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/HAPAG-LLOYD-AG-24857717/news/Hapag-Lloyd-chief-warns-of-rougher-seas-ahead-for-container-shipping-44789017/
Top destination for reshoring - https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2023/08/29/uae-in-top-10-most-powerful-passports-for-investment-opportunity/
Global Trade - https://phys.org/news/2023-09-opinion-broke-global-climate-finish.html
What is next for the Forestry Sector and Lumber Production - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Lumber production in Canada continues to face many hurdles
Canada forest management practices are some of the bests in the world
Canada planted over 440M in seedlings back in 2018. It is now 2022 which means close 2M seedlings have been planted.
All levels need to put more focus on urban and rural planning solutions
More work including spending on wildfire and forest fire mitigation
Canada and USA need to find a path forward to resolve the softwood lumber dispute
There needs to a better balanced between climate change policies and growing the economy in a sustainable way
3D printing for housing needs to become mainstream
More protection needs to happen with key ecosystems like wetlands, forest, and peatlands.
There is a risk of debt default if interest rates are hike over the next few months
what is the best method to sell pi coins in 2024DOT TECH
The best way to sell your pi coins safely is trading with an exchange..but since pi is not launched in any exchange, and second option is through a VERIFIED pi merchant.
Who is a pi merchant?
A pi merchant is someone who buys pi coins from miners and pioneers and resell them to Investors looking forward to hold massive amounts before mainnet launch in 2026.
I will leave the telegram contact of my personal pi merchant to trade pi coins with.
@Pi_vendor_247
how to swap pi coins to foreign currency withdrawable.DOT TECH
As of my last update, Pi is still in the testing phase and is not tradable on any exchanges.
However, Pi Network has announced plans to launch its Testnet and Mainnet in the future, which may include listing Pi on exchanges.
The current method for selling pi coins involves exchanging them with a pi vendor who purchases pi coins for investment reasons.
If you want to sell your pi coins, reach out to a pi vendor and sell them to anyone looking to sell pi coins from any country around the globe.
Below is the contact information for my personal pi vendor.
Telegram: @Pi_vendor_247
USDA Loans in California: A Comprehensive Overview.pptxmarketing367770
USDA Loans in California: A Comprehensive Overview
If you're dreaming of owning a home in California's rural or suburban areas, a USDA loan might be the perfect solution. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers these loans to help low-to-moderate-income individuals and families achieve homeownership.
Key Features of USDA Loans:
Zero Down Payment: USDA loans require no down payment, making homeownership more accessible.
Competitive Interest Rates: These loans often come with lower interest rates compared to conventional loans.
Flexible Credit Requirements: USDA loans have more lenient credit score requirements, helping those with less-than-perfect credit.
Guaranteed Loan Program: The USDA guarantees a portion of the loan, reducing risk for lenders and expanding borrowing options.
Eligibility Criteria:
Location: The property must be located in a USDA-designated rural or suburban area. Many areas in California qualify.
Income Limits: Applicants must meet income guidelines, which vary by region and household size.
Primary Residence: The home must be used as the borrower's primary residence.
Application Process:
Find a USDA-Approved Lender: Not all lenders offer USDA loans, so it's essential to choose one approved by the USDA.
Pre-Qualification: Determine your eligibility and the amount you can borrow.
Property Search: Look for properties in eligible rural or suburban areas.
Loan Application: Submit your application, including financial and personal information.
Processing and Approval: The lender and USDA will review your application. If approved, you can proceed to closing.
USDA loans are an excellent option for those looking to buy a home in California's rural and suburban areas. With no down payment and flexible requirements, these loans make homeownership more attainable for many families. Explore your eligibility today and take the first step toward owning your dream home.
when will pi network coin be available on crypto exchange.DOT TECH
There is no set date for when Pi coins will enter the market.
However, the developers are working hard to get them released as soon as possible.
Once they are available, users will be able to exchange other cryptocurrencies for Pi coins on designated exchanges.
But for now the only way to sell your pi coins is through verified pi vendor.
Here is the telegram contact of my personal pi vendor
@Pi_vendor_247
If you are looking for a pi coin investor. Then look no further because I have the right one he is a pi vendor (he buy and resell to whales in China). I met him on a crypto conference and ever since I and my friends have sold more than 10k pi coins to him And he bought all and still want more. I will drop his telegram handle below just send him a message.
@Pi_vendor_247
Poonawalla Fincorp and IndusInd Bank Introduce New Co-Branded Credit Cardnickysharmasucks
The unveiling of the IndusInd Bank Poonawalla Fincorp eLITE RuPay Platinum Credit Card marks a notable milestone in the Indian financial landscape, showcasing a successful partnership between two leading institutions, Poonawalla Fincorp and IndusInd Bank. This co-branded credit card not only offers users a plethora of benefits but also reflects a commitment to innovation and adaptation. With a focus on providing value-driven and customer-centric solutions, this launch represents more than just a new product—it signifies a step towards redefining the banking experience for millions. Promising convenience, rewards, and a touch of luxury in everyday financial transactions, this collaboration aims to cater to the evolving needs of customers and set new standards in the industry.
how to sell pi coins effectively (from 50 - 100k pi)DOT TECH
Anywhere in the world, including Africa, America, and Europe, you can sell Pi Network Coins online and receive cash through online payment options.
Pi has not yet been launched on any exchange because we are currently using the confined Mainnet. The planned launch date for Pi is June 28, 2026.
Reselling to investors who want to hold until the mainnet launch in 2026 is currently the sole way to sell.
Consequently, right now. All you need to do is select the right pi network provider.
Who is a pi merchant?
An individual who buys coins from miners on the pi network and resells them to investors hoping to hang onto them until the mainnet is launched is known as a pi merchant.
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I'll provide you the Telegram username
@Pi_vendor_247
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Empowering the Unbanked: The Vital Role of NBFCs in Promoting Financial Inclu...Vighnesh Shashtri
In India, financial inclusion remains a critical challenge, with a significant portion of the population still unbanked. Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) have emerged as key players in bridging this gap by providing financial services to those often overlooked by traditional banking institutions. This article delves into how NBFCs are fostering financial inclusion and empowering the unbanked.
what is the future of Pi Network currency.DOT TECH
The future of the Pi cryptocurrency is uncertain, and its success will depend on several factors. Pi is a relatively new cryptocurrency that aims to be user-friendly and accessible to a wide audience. Here are a few key considerations for its future:
Message: @Pi_vendor_247 on telegram if u want to sell PI COINS.
1. Mainnet Launch: As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, Pi was still in the testnet phase. Its success will depend on a successful transition to a mainnet, where actual transactions can take place.
2. User Adoption: Pi's success will be closely tied to user adoption. The more users who join the network and actively participate, the stronger the ecosystem can become.
3. Utility and Use Cases: For a cryptocurrency to thrive, it must offer utility and practical use cases. The Pi team has talked about various applications, including peer-to-peer transactions, smart contracts, and more. The development and implementation of these features will be essential.
4. Regulatory Environment: The regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies is evolving globally. How Pi navigates and complies with regulations in various jurisdictions will significantly impact its future.
5. Technology Development: The Pi network must continue to develop and improve its technology, security, and scalability to compete with established cryptocurrencies.
6. Community Engagement: The Pi community plays a critical role in its future. Engaged users can help build trust and grow the network.
7. Monetization and Sustainability: The Pi team's monetization strategy, such as fees, partnerships, or other revenue sources, will affect its long-term sustainability.
It's essential to approach Pi or any new cryptocurrency with caution and conduct due diligence. Cryptocurrency investments involve risks, and potential rewards can be uncertain. The success and future of Pi will depend on the collective efforts of its team, community, and the broader cryptocurrency market dynamics. It's advisable to stay updated on Pi's development and follow any updates from the official Pi Network website or announcements from the team.
Exploring Abhay Bhutada’s Views After Poonawalla Fincorp’s Collaboration With...beulahfernandes8
The financial landscape in India has witnessed a significant development with the recent collaboration between Poonawalla Fincorp and IndusInd Bank.
The launch of the co-branded credit card, the IndusInd Bank Poonawalla Fincorp eLITE RuPay Platinum Credit Card, marks a major milestone for both entities.
This strategic move aims to redefine and elevate the banking experience for customers.
how can i use my minded pi coins I need some funds.DOT TECH
If you are interested in selling your pi coins, i have a verified pi merchant, who buys pi coins and resell them to exchanges looking forward to hold till mainnet launch.
Because the core team has announced that pi network will not be doing any pre-sale. The only way exchanges like huobi, bitmart and hotbit can get pi is by buying from miners.
Now a merchant stands in between these exchanges and the miners. As a link to make transactions smooth. Because right now in the enclosed mainnet you can't sell pi coins your self. You need the help of a merchant,
i will leave the telegram contact of my personal pi merchant below. 👇 I and my friends has traded more than 3000pi coins with him successfully.
@Pi_vendor_247
Even tho Pi network is not listed on any exchange yet.
Buying/Selling or investing in pi network coins is highly possible through the help of vendors. You can buy from vendors[ buy directly from the pi network miners and resell it]. I will leave the telegram contact of my personal vendor.
@Pi_vendor_247
2. Paul Young - Bio
• CPA, CGA (1996)
• Financial Solutions (FOPM/FPM)
• SME – Risk Management
• SME – Close, Consolidate and Reporting
• SME – Public Policy
• SME – Financial Solutions
• SME – Advance Technology and Market
Entry
• SME – Supply Chain Management
• SME – Business Strategy and Restructuring
Contact information:
Paul_Young_CGA@Hotmail.com
3. Summary
• State of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for
how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
• Socioeconomics issues with be discussed
• Economic development, resource management, public safety,
water and land management
• More enforcement of accountability and transparency including
look at funding and outcomes.
• All parties need to look at solutions and not the blame game
4. April 2016 to October 2017 Spending
• Source – Fiscal Monitor - https://www.fin.gc.ca/fiscmon-revfin/pdf/2017-10-eng.pdf
7. Justice System
• I am all about the facts, but
Trudeau continues to mislead
when it comes to Boushie family.
The role of government is set the
laws and not the conviction.
Liberals seem to think they can
force changes to jury selection
process, right? Any changes
should require a review from all
parties including crown
attorneys, legal community,
taxpayers, etc.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics
/boushie-s-family-meets-
federal-ministers-after-acquittal-
in-murder-trial-1.3800318.
• If Raybould was concern with
fair trial then why did she not
push for the trial to be moved to
Regina or Saskatoon? It seems
the Liberals only respond when
it is opportunity to sway votes
the Liberal Party of Canada
direction in terms of polls.
1. ¼ prisoners are first nations http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/85-002-x/2017001/article/14700-eng.htm
2. RCMP has investigated missing and murder first indigenous people as such believe 70% of the murders
were committed by first indigenous - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/70-per-cent-of-
murdered-aboriginal-women-killed-by-indigenous-men-rcmp-confirms/article23868927/
3. Trudeau will have used anything for brownie points including the Boushie case. The problem is Boushie
was no saint as his numerous facebook posts discussed giving the finger to law -
https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2018/02/08/closing-arguments-set-to-begin-at-trial-for-gerald-
stanley-farmer-charged-with-killing-colten-boushie.html
4. There have been systemic issues with first nations for decades. The problem with government has been
throwing money at the systems without truly measuring money against improving outcomes -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/government-policies-aboriginal-affairs-canada-february-2018
5. Assembly of First Nations deflects off the issues on reserve. There needs to be more audits and reviews to
ensure outcomes are improved on reserves
6. Murder rate is down in Canada - http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/85-002-x/2017001/article/54879-eng.htm.
7. More involvement by Elders with youth to help guide then down paths in life including connections
between their traditions and being successful with a career and family
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/relationships/indigenous-youth-bridging-generation-gap-with-
elders-to-help-savecultures/article36068068/
8. Drug and Alcohol abuse - http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-overdose-crisis-first-
nations-1.4234067
9. There are also examples where the punishment does not fit the crime -
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/van-de-vorst-family-outraged-after-drunk-driver-catherine-
mckay-sent-to-healing-lodge-1.3997984
10. Juror selection has been going on for years. There are specific criteria when selecting a juror for a trial -
http://otlablog.com/jury-selection-and-responsibilities/
11. Raybould is former Crown Attorney as such should know how jurors are selected
https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2008/10/14/the_inexact_art_of_jury_selection.html
8. Transparency
• “The call for an audit at the Samson Cree Nation in Maskwacis just south of
Edmonton comes just weeks after CBC News reported on an audit at Alexander
First Nation that identified $2.1 million in unexplained payments by a former chief
and staff.” Source - http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/samson-cree-members-
demand-audit-of-chief-and-council-1.3804461
• “Existing legislation fails to protect the economic rights of First Nations band members or
allow them to hold leaders to account financially, critics say. Band representatives across
the country are calling for new legislation and measures, based on widespread
consultations with grassroots First Nations members, to correct the problem. "The system
does not protect the rights of band membership," said Karen McCarthy, an off-reserve
member of Alberta's Whitefish Lake First Nation 128, 220 kilometres northeast of
Edmonton. ” – source - http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/they-need-to-help-
us-first-nations-members-say-laws-fail-to-protect-economic-rights-1.3886587
9.
10. Liberal Party of Canada / Justin Trudeau
• National Post analysis of the 2014-2015 financial statements filed by 559 First Nations
that complied with the First Nations Financial Transparency Act showed found that 172
of them posted financial statements that violated generally accepted public sector
accounting standards. Some of those violations were relatively minor while others were
serious enough that the band’s auditors were unable to provide an opinion about the
accuracy of the financial statement. The Trudeau government suspended the First
Nations Financial Transparency Act for the 2015-16 financial year so it is unclear how
some First Nations governments will be compelled to improve their financial reporting
and controls. –Source - http://news.nationalpost.com/news/canada/canadian-
politics/unheralded-committee-seeks-monumental-change-to-the-way-first-nations-
get-billions-in-federal-funds
• “The federal Liberal government showed more solidarity with Canada's First
Nations on Friday as it lifted sanctions against indigenous communities that have
not complied with a Conservative spending transparency law.” Source -
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2015/12/18/ottawa-stops-withholding-first-nations-
funding-halts-transparency-””measures_n_8840112.html
11.
12.
13. The First Nations groups named by the government are from the following provinces and
territories:
•15 in Manitoba
•12 in British Columbia
•10 in Saskatchewan
•3 in Alberta
•1 in Quebec
•1 in Yukon
•1 in Northwest Territories
• Read more: http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/52-first-nations-could-lose-funding-for-
failing-to-report-finances-1.2122557#ixzz3KZMFv8dR
• 90% of First Nations have complied to disclosure
• Justin Trudeau wants to reverse the act, but is pushing for Transparency of
government: http://globalnews.ca/news/1503244/conservatives-slam-trudeau-for-
saying-hed-repeal-first-nations-salary-law/
17. Hydro Projects
Source - https://www.opg.com/generating-power/hydro/projects/lower-
mattagami/Pages/lower-mattagami.aspx
OPG is now producing more, clean, renewable electricity from three new generating units at existing stations
in Little Long, Harmon and Kipling. OPG also replaced the existing Smoky Falls facility with a new three-unit
station. The stations are located approximately 70 kilometres north of Kapuskasing and 200 kilometres south
of Moose Factory.
The project has added 438 megawatts (MW) of new hydro capacity without creating new dams on other
rivers. This reduces the environmental impacts that would otherwise be caused by new developments.
Hydro stations typically remain in service for 90 years or more. Hydro electricity is crucial to Ontario's
electrical system because it provides renewable energy on demand, when it’s needed most.
18. Source - http://www.bcbc.com/news-releases/2016/business-council-of-bc-and-the-bc-assembly-of-
first-nations-sign-historic-memorandum-of-understanding
British Columbia’s business and First Nations leadership have signed a landmark
agreement to ensure all BC residents share in the prosperity generated by
sustainable economic development. The Memorandum of
Understanding between the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN)
and the Business Council of British Columbia (BCBC) will bring greater certainty
for business to invest and operate and, of utmost importance, opportunity for
First Nations to be full participants in the economic future of the province. It is
believed to be the first agreement of its kind between a broad business
organization and a provincial First Nations organization.
20. New Transfer
• The First Nations need to develop a new revenue sharing plan
• The rich reserves give to the poor reserves
• There needs to be mechanism that allows Rich Reserves that have more mineral
rights/economic development options to share some of their revenue with reserves
that lack the same revenue capacity
• There needs to be more opportunities for small businesses to grow and develop on
the reserve, i.e. tourism, agriculture, food processing, general trades, etc.
26. Fire Fighting / Public Safety
• http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/blaine-wiggins-
aboriginal-firefighters-association-exec-director-says-fire-codes-
needed-on-first-nations-1.2963828
• http://news.gc.ca/web/article-en.do?nid=929379
• http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/makwa-
sahgaiehcan-first-nation-fire-reflects-inadequate-resources-for-
reserves-1.2963740
27. Fire Fighting / Public Safety
• Options
• Work with big cities and/or other cities to purchased equipment (i.e.
retired)
• Work with setting the priorities (i.e. funding/options) as part of
supporting firefighting protection and/or prevention. All reserves
should have a building/fire inspector
• Work with Canadian Professional Fire Fighting Association to offer
exchanges, i.e. Aboriginal Firefighters sent to train with professional
firefighters
• Work with Ministry of Natural Resources as part providing Firefighting
training, i.e. grass/forest fires/etc.
29. Audits / Reporting
• Bring in consistency of Reporting
• All reserves should be required to file their F/S including SORP (1-2-3-4) as
part of their supplemental information
• All reserves should have mandatory involvement of the first nations people as
part of the budget process
• Assembly of First Nations need to become more involved with audits
including value for money and/or performance audits
• Assembly of First Nations need to work with the Federal Government and the
reserves to come up with a revenue sharing model. There needs to be more
disclosures on money earned from resource management
• Assembly of First Nations need to work with the Federal Government as well
as Mining Companies on development of infrastructure. There should be
more reporting on investment made by mining companies
30. Audits / Reporting
• First Nations Actions (Audits)
• http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/ottawa-probes-
reserve-money-management-practices/article17785008/
• Assembly of First Nations need to be more active when audit information is
presented to them show inappropriate use of money. There should be mechanism
for the assembly of first nation to step in as part taking over the finances of reserves.
33. First Nations and Tanker ban
• http://business.financialpost.com/news/first-nations-chiefs-plan-to-challenge-liberal-oil-
tanker-ban-for-british-columbia
35. Policing Reserves
• RCMP or local Band Policing
• More programs for at risk youth on the reserves
• Job Training
• Physical activity
• Mentoring programs (i.e. bring in successful business entrepreneur)
• Band Council and Police
• More work on social policies to reduce the domestic violence
• http://www.nwac.ca/nwacs-response-special-committee-violence-against-
indigenous-women-scvaiw-2014-03-26-en
36. Legal System
• https://www.cp24.com/news/political-commentary-on-court-verdicts-hurts-views-of-justice-system-lawyers-1.3798641
• “The public perception of political interference in criminal trials places the independence of Canada's judiciary system at risk, lawyers say.
• Concerns have been raised following federal Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould's comments on the acquittal of a white farmer charged in the death of an Indigenous man in
Saskatchewan.
• Government sets out the laws. The police and the court system are supposed to enforce those laws
• Jury selection – The issue came up about jury selection. Yet there has always been jury panel selection process - http://www.canadianlawsite.ca/jury-duty.htm
• Conviction – The crown attorney had to prove his/her case in court. It is role of the defense to find holes in the prosecution case through the presentation of evidence as well as witness
• There have been examples of people being railroaded due to their ethic and/or socioeconomic background. It is the railroading that should be stopped as part of fixing the legal system
in terms of the system being fair to all
• There have been issues with first nations for years. All level of governments have never came up with solutions - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/government-policies-
aboriginal-affairs-formerly-first-nations-canada-december-2016
• The AFN also needs to be more involved including internal audits as well as review of socioeconomic conditions of all bands. It is time AFN to start looking at funding in terms of
outcomes. The problem first nations due not want oversight as they push Trudeau to ripped up the accountability and transparency act - http://nationalpost.com/news/politics/first-
nations-fiscal-accountability-dropped-after-liberals-cut-enforcement-measure-at-end-of-2015.
• Liberals led by Trudeau are more about being opportunistic in terms of votes than about introducing policy that would help groups like the first nations.
• Indian Act has come up like modernizing it. The problem Indian Act has many pieces to it as such it is not easy to either ripped it up or make changes to it.
http://www.macleans.ca/politics/ottawa/why-dismantling-the-indian-act-will-be-nearly-impossible/
• We also have seen a few corrupt bands which also does not help various first nations people in terms of supporting their members - https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2017/12/08/first-
nations-assembly-demands-answers-in-fraud-against-communities.html
• I have always said AFN needs to re-look at wealth sharing between bands.
48. Education• Atleo is AFN prior to Belgarde as such his role is to work with Ottawa. Mr.
Atleo was making huge strides with Ottawa, but many members of AFN did
not like his approach!
Source: http://www.mchigeeng.ca/uploads/2/6/6/7/26674654/2013-14_audit.pdf or http://mltc.ca/documents/general/Makwa%20Sahgaiehcan%20First%20Nation%20-%20Sched%20of%20Salaries%20Honoraria%20Travel%202014%20Elected%20Officials.pdf
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Source: http://www.mchigeeng.ca/uploads/2/6/6/7/26674654/2013-14_audit.pdf or http://mltc.ca/documents/general/Makwa%20Sahgaiehcan%20First%20Nation%20-%20Sched%20of%20Salaries%20Honoraria%20Travel%202014%20Elected%20Officials.pdf
M’Chigeeng spends 6,310 per councilors as compare to Makwa which spends $107K per councilor
Education costs are lower, but that may have to do with costs of teaching is lower in SK
Source: http://www.mchigeeng.ca/uploads/2/6/6/7/26674654/2013-14_audit.pdf or http://mltc.ca/documents/general/Makwa%20Sahgaiehcan%20First%20Nation%20-%20Sched%20of%20Salaries%20Honoraria%20Travel%202014%20Elected%20Officials.pdf
M’Chigeeng spends 6,310 per councilors as compare to Makwa which spends $107K per councilor
Education costs are lower, but that may have to do with costs of teaching is lower in SK