Tonight on APTN National News: Some community members take action as multiple tests show lead contamination in the Mohawk territory of Kahnawake. Mi'kmaw land protectors are back on Hunters Mountain – a look at how they are protecting the mountain in a different way.

Prime Minister Mark Carney declared the proposed Pacific Link pipeline to be of national interest earlier this month. But that can’t happen until Bill C-39, known as the Build Canada Strong Act, passes through Parliament.

The Yukon government's minister of Justice tabled legislation on Wednesday that she says will help advocate for responsible gun owners in the territory.

A new First Nations themed exhibit is being housed at the brand-new Northumberland County Archives and Museum in Cobourg, Ontario. It's an immersive walk-though display with lights, sound and visuals.

In Winnipeg, a new play is taking to the stage to tell the story of Jordan River Anderson. 'Jordan' is inspired by Jordan's Principle, which was first established in Manitoba under tragic circumstances.

The proposed First Nations Clean Water Act was up for debate in the House of Commons on Friday. The feds say the bill needs to be passed quickly to upgrade aging water infrastructure, while opposition parties say the legislation doesn't go far enough.

An advocate involved in a two decade long battle over reforming the First Nations child welfare system says the federal government is overstepping its authority after signing a deal with the Saskatoon Tribal Council.

Tonight on APTN National News: The federal government says Bill C-37 needs to be passed as soon as possible to upgrade aging water infrastructure in First Nations, while opposition parties say the legislation remains flawed and doesn't go far enough.

The resolution referred to water as "a sacred gift from the Creator" and called for greater Dene-led oversight of water quality, industrial activity and contamination across the North | Story by Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs.

The Supreme Court of Canada upheld a reduced sentence in the case of a Mi'kmaw man who assaulted his Mi'kmaw partner, which is expected to have significant effect on the way judges consider Indigenous men who commit violent crimes against Indigenous women.

A nearly two-decade fight to end discrimination against First Nations children and families is raising new questions about the future of child welfare reform in Canada.

Today on APTN National News: A nearly two-decade-long fight to end discrimination against First Nations children and families is raising new questions about the future of child welfare reform in Canada.

Citing a lack of meaningful consultation, the Cold Lake First Nation in Alberta says it's filed a judicial review against the federal government over the Pacific Link pipeline. Hear more on APTN News Brief: