Indian Day School survivor suggests reaching out for healing to begin
*Warning: This article discusses abuse experienced by survivors of Indian Residential School and Indian Day Schools that readers may find disturbing and/or triggering. Reader discretion...
Reconciliation through the arts: Indigenous subscription box opens up a safe space for dialogue
By Hailey McCue SUDBURY–Nicole McLaren’s foray into business with Raven Reads all began in her book club near Kamloops, B.C.. As an entrepreneur at heart,...
Sagamok Anishnawbek actor looking to make it to the big screen
By Leslie Knibbs SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK—We’ve all read or heard about the struggles of actors starting out in film, these ‘unknowns’ consistently hold down ‘day-jobs’ to...
New establishment opens its doors in Chippewas of the Thames First Nation
By Shirley Honyust CHIPPEWAS OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION—Congratulations are in order for Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) and the newly opened Pharmasave...
Anishinabek storyteller to receive the Civitas Award
By Rick Garrick ORILLIA—Chippewas of Rama and Golden Lake Elder and storyteller Mark Douglas is looking forward to his upcoming recognition with the Civitas Award...
Opinion: Where is home? A perspective from a Sixties Scoop survivor
By Christine Miskonoodinkwe Smith Aanii Christine nitiishinikaas. Peguis nitoonci. Mashkedebejiki ni totem. (Hello, my name is Christine Miskonoodinkwe Smith. I am from Peguis First Nation...
Fort William First Nation Elder to receive honorary Doctor of Letters
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Fort William Elder Marlene Pierre acknowledges the support she received over the years for her upcoming recognition with an honorary Doctor...
Late Water Walker Josephine Mandamin fondly remembered
By Rick Garrick WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY—Memories of the late Water Walker Josephine Mandamin and her water walks were recently shared by four water walkers and...
The Ogemawahj Tribal Council enhance cultural resources for six First Nations
By Rick Garrick CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION—The Ogemawahj Tribal Council recently updated a series of books featuring governance, language, culture, community activities, history and...
M’Chigeeng woman becomes third vice-president of Northern Ontario Hockey Association
By Sam Laskaris M’CHIGEENG FIRST NATION – Gayle Payette originally thought it was time for her to step back from her hockey responsibilities. Payette, a...
Nipissing First Nation artist showcases one-man exhibit at Toronto gallery
By Sam Laskaris TORONTO – The spotlight is now on Wayne Kodje at Toronto’s Propeller Art Gallery. The 66-year-old Nipissing First Nation artist has his...
‘…We’re not being heard,’ says Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief on recent provincial education cuts
By Jennifer Pereira Anishinabek Honour Songs and land acknowledgements are combined with ‘O Canada’ as a regular part of the morning at Parry Sound High...
Nipissing First Nation firefighters and community volunteers join efforts to save homes from flooding
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION—The white caps ripped into Lake Nipissing’s north shoreline at Jocko Point taking away people’s yards, docks, barbeques and...
AN7GC and Enterprise partnership benefits Anishinabek First Nations and citizens
NIPISSING FIRST NATION—On May 7, 2019, Anishinabek Nation 7th Generation Charity (AN7GC) Manager Jason Restoule welcomed representatives from Enterprise to the Anishinabek Nation Head Office...
Kids dream big at Dare to Dream Day in Thunder Bay
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—The third annual Mazinaajim Children’s Foundation Dare to Dream Day featured a variety show with about 15 acts, including Jingle Dress...