Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot
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The report provides insights into food price trends, affordability challenges and the broader forces shaping Canada’s food systems.
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Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot appointed United Nations chair on Indigenous peoples’ rights
The announcement marks the first time an Indigenous woman from Canada has been appointed to the prestigious position.
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UBC Indigenous Strategic Plan funding sees student projects get off the ground
Successful student recipients of the Indigenous Strategic Initiatives (ISI) Fund have been given the green light to start implementing their proposed Indigenous-focused, student-led projects with the backing of university funding.
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UBC’s Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot appointed United Nations representative on rights of Indigenous Peoples
Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot has been named the North American member on the United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. The announcement marks the first time an Indigenous woman from Canada has been appointed to the prestigious position.
