Grandmothers giving voice to endangered turtles and more
By Leslie Knibbs MISSISSAUGA #8 FIRST NATION – A recent information session and luncheon in Mississauga #8 First Nation (MFN) on Mar. 25 drew some...
Opinion: Representation matters
By Kristin Crawford Having recently signed up for dance classes, I found myself in need of a new pair of ballet shoes. I had heard...
Francis Pegahmagabow brought to life on stage for next generation
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY — Fascinated, wide-eyed students filled the West Ferris Secondary School auditorium March 22, watching and listening to the language,...
Lunar Reflections: Glass exhibit features the Thirteen Grandmother Moons
By Marci Becking WATERLOO— Ariel Hill has the most beautiful Lunar Reflections exhibition happening until May 21 at the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery. From...
Finding the power at the Feeding the Home Fire Men’s Gathering
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— Healing, teachings, and connecting were meaningful to participants at the Feeding the Home Fire Men's Gathering, hosted by the...
Wiikwemkoong chef participates in culinary event in Kingston furthering reconciliation
By Sam Laskaris KINGSTON – Joseph Shawana already has a rather hectic work schedule. But Shawana, a member of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island,...
Jenny Kay Dupuis celebrates Indigenous joy with new book
By Kelly Anne Smith TORONTO- The new book, Heart Berry Bling, teaches Indigenous realities and culture while warming the human heart. Jenny Kay Dupuis brings...
Thunder Bay Family Day Pow Wow draws a large gathering of dancers, crafters, and attendees
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — The Family Day Pow Wow 2023 was a hit with more than 100 registered dancers and a First Nations...
Sacred corn husk dolls bring remembrance, support to Indigenous child and family services in Ontario
By Laura E. Young SUDBURY – Delicate yet packing significance that belies their size, the sacred travelling Corn Husk dolls are more than just exquisite...
2022 Governor General’s Literary Award winner Eli Baxter highlights how Indigenous knowledge holders will be teaching others
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — 2022 Governor General’s Literary Award winner Eli Baxter highlighted how Indigenous knowledge holders will be teaching others during his...
Style and compassion at Anishwe
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY — Anishwe is a way of being: a shop in North Bay; a design studio with designer clothing and...
Beausoleil First Nation Anishinaabekwe lends a helping hand in Central America
By Johnny Hawke PANAJACHEL, GUATEMALA - A Beausoleil First Nation community member is helping to empower Indigenous children in Guatemala by volunteering through Fundamaya, a...
New book announcement: Heart Berry Bling
Written by the award-winning co-author of the bestselling picture book I Am Not a Number. VANCOUVER -- On a visit to her granny, Maggie is...
Formal statement regarding appropriation of Mother Earth Water Walk and Josephine (Biidaasige)-ba Mandamin’s legacy
TURTLE ISLAND (December 27, 2022) - This statement is written on behalf of the late Grandmother Water Walker Josephine (Biidaasige)-Ba Mandamin’s Estate and a group...
Nipissing First Nation Anishinaabekwe brings compassionate knowledge and healing in a pandemic world
NIPISSING FIRST NATION — Michèle J. Chrétien, Shawanoong Noongoose Kwe (Southern Star Woman), attended an in-person graduation ceremony on Oct. 27 and was honoured as...