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Aboriginal Affairs Secretariat (Secretariat)

Department or Agency Responsible:  Office of Human Resources

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The Aboriginal Affairs Secretariat was formed in 1999 to improve the provincial government’s capacity to address the increasing number of complex matters in Aboriginal affairs and to devote greater attention to Aboriginal issues. In November 2003, a Deputy Minister was appointed exclusively for Aboriginal Affairs. Aboriginal affairs involve complex social, economic, and legal issues. In New Brunswick, there are 15 First Nations communities, 6 Maliseet (or Wolastoqiyik) communities along the Saint John River and 9 Mi’kmaq communities along the eastern and northern coasts, as well as Aboriginal organizations. Due to the wide range of issues and topics, the Secretariat deals with many parties, including various federal and provincial departments, First Nations communities, and Aboriginal organizations. Aboriginal Affairs is the gateway for contact between the province and First Nations. The secretariat plays a lead role within the provincial government in addressing Aboriginal issues. The Aboriginal Affairs Secretariat works closely with all provincial departments on issues related to environment, education, health, housing, family and community services, sport and culture, natural resource management, economic development, and strengthening relationships with Aboriginal people. The Secretariat also acts as the liaison with the Mi’kmaq and Maliseet communities and Aboriginal organizations to ensure the development of long-term positive relationships with the Aboriginal leaders within the province. In addition, Aboriginal Affairs ensures that the public service is educated and aware of Aboriginal issues and cultural differences, as well as stimulates awareness of the Aboriginal culture at a provincial level.

General Information: (506) 462-5177

Reception: (506) 462-5177

Fax: (506) 444-5142

Email: aboriginalaffairssecretariat@gnb.ca

Internet Web Site: http://www.gnb.ca/0016/index_e.htm

Physical Address	Mailing Address
Kings Place Room: 237, Floor: 2 440 King Street Fredericton,  New Brunswick E3B 5H8 Canada Map	Kings Place Room: 237, Floor: 2 P. O. Box 6000 Fredericton,  NB E3B 5H1 Canada

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Today's Date: 21 Nov 2009

Date Last Updated: 23 Mar 2009

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