First Indigenous host of CBC’s Up North radio program debuts on National Indigenous Peoples Day
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION—Wasauksing’s Waubgeshig Rice enjoyed his first experience as the new host of CBC’s Up North afternoon radio program during...
Two-spirit thriller to screen in Toronto for upcoming week
By Rick Garrick TORONTO—Indigenous filmmaker Bretten Hannam reversed the old cowboys and Indians theme in his award-winning, two-spirit thriller North Mountain, which will be screened...
Indigenous lacrosse team to feature Anishinabek coach and two sons
By Sam Laskaris MERRITT, B.C. – An Anishinabek lacrosse coach and his two sons will be among those hoping to help an Indigenous squad capture...
‘We are celebrating together’ says Nipissing First Nation Chief at local pow-wow
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY—After welcoming everyone onto the traditional land of Nipissing First Nation, Nipissing First Nation Chief Scott McLeod touted the North...
Nipissing First Nation artist to see his designs in upcoming eyewear collection
By Rick Garrick AYA Optical is releasing a new collection of eyewear designed by Indigenous artists, including designs featuring cutouts by First Nation artists Donald...
Long Lake #58 signs agreement Greenstone Gold Mines Inc.
By Rick Garrick LONG LAKE #58—Long Lake #58 Chief Veronica Waboose is looking forward to healing and training opportunities for community members after signing a...
North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre Pow Wow – Maamwi Kindaaswin – celebrates families
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY—As the sun rose, so too did the spirit of Maamwi Kindaaswin on the traditional territory of Nipissing First Nation....
Sarnia hospital welcomes First Nations patient navigator
By Colin Graf SARNIA— First Nations patients at this city’s hospital are getting extra help sailing the waters of the local health system with the...
Beausoleil First Nation Youth Council congratulates newly elected Chief and Council
CHRISTIAN ISLAND, ONTARIO (JUNE 25, 2018) – Youth Chief Terra Roy and Deputy Youth Chief Lance Copegog have issued the following statement on behalf of...
Karate demonstration in Fort William First Nation a ‘blast’
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION—Fort William’s Isshian Ryu Karate Demo was a success with a range of community members trying out the martial...
Retired OPP officer and Indigenous advocate receives honourary degree
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY—Nipissing University bestowed its highest distinction of an honourary degree upon a Nipissing First Nation citizen who strives to lift...
Important testimony summarized in final days of Robinson Huron Treaty court case
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION—The important Robinson Huron Treaty annuity case court is back in session in June to hear closing remarks. Mike...
Former NHL star special guest at upcoming fundraising golf tournament
By Sam Laskaris CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION—Former National Hockey League star Reggie Leach will once again be featured at a fundraising golf tournament and...
National Indigenous Peoples Day an opportunity to highlight First Nation successes and educate Canadians
Regional Chief Isadore Day Statement: “Together We Work For Hope” – National Indigenous Peoples Day an Opportunity to Highlight First Nation Successes and Educate Canadians...
Newly elected Grand Council Chief continues path set by his predecessor
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION—Newly elected Grand Council Chief Glen Hare plans to continue on with the path set forward by previous grand...