Creezon Iamsees

Creezon Iamsees maintains strong connections to relationships and family within Treaty No. 6, 7 and 8 territories. His work has brought him to many places and allowed him access to a great deal of information. Through his writing and work, he continues to advocate for First Nations sovereignty and the erosion of political structures that are intended on hampering Indigenous advancement in the land known as Canada. He argues that the mechanisms for First Nations to be successful exist, or have always existed, with the only barrier being the flow of information and understanding.

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Jordan’s Principle 5 Years Later: A Band-Aid for Government Neglect?

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As the dust continues to settle on the inaugural term of the United Conservative Government, many groups within the private, public and Indigenous sectors are grasping the full scope of ongoing and future harm. This briefs offers an analysis of the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC), which was hailed as a “game changer” to allow First Nations in Alberta to participate in self-determination.

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The Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation: A Critical Analysis

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As the dust continues to settle on the inaugural term of the United Conservative Government, many groups within the private, public and Indigenous sectors are grasping the full scope of ongoing and future harm. This briefs offers an analysis of the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC), which was hailed as a “game changer” to allow First Nations in Alberta to participate in self-determination.

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Indigenous in Alberta: Considering the First 100 Days of UCP Rule

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It has been a whirlwind 100 days for the United Conservative Party (UCP) in Alberta following the formal return of conservatism in April. Indigenous individuals and communities will be impacted greatly by the ongoing repeals and impending policy shifts arising from campaign promises. This brief considers what our communities stand to lose and what it will mean to be Indigenous in Alberta into the future.

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The Current State of Indian Gaming in Alberta: Are First Nations Subsidizing the Province?

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Since the establishment of Alberta’s First Nations Gaming Policy in 2001, Indian Gaming in the province has been a much discussed topic. To date, a majority of the discussions and questions revolve around the way revenue generated on-reserve through gaming is distributed. This is an important conversation, and one that requires a renewed debate on how the revenue is shared. This Brief considers the current formula, highlights some inequities, and hopefully opens the space for more critical questions.

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