New Hockey Canada guidelines transition well at LNHL
By Sam Laskaris MISSISSAUGA – It took a bit of getting used to, but now, Ralph Gonawabi speaks highly of the format that is being...
47th Annual Little NHL tournament kicks off with inspirational opening ceremony
By Sam Laskaris MISSISSAUGA – Following an inspirational opening ceremony, it’s time to hit the ice for this year’s Little Native Hockey League tournament. The...
Canada Congratulates Little Native Hockey League on its 47th Annual Tournament
MISSISSAUGA, ON (March 11, 2018)–The Government of Canada understands the important role that cultural and recreational activities play in improving the social fabric of First...
Former Sharks right-winger hangs up the skates
By Sam Laskaris SAN JOSE—Though he had played his final professional hockey game in early 2017, Jonathan Cheechoo did not officially announce his retirement from...
Ontario Signs Agreement-in-Principle with Anishinabek Nation
Province Partnering with First Nations to Support Community Growth and Prosperity Ontario has signed an agreement-in-principle with the Anishinabek Nation on community-based regulation of tobacco...
Anishinabek Nation signs gasoline and tobacco Agreement-in-Principle with Ontario
TORONTO, ON (March 8, 2018)—The Anishinabek Nation and the Ontario government signed a non-binding Agreement-in-Principle (AIP) that will establish a commitment to explore further discussions...
It’s all for the kids
By Leslie Knibbs SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK—A 37-year-old family tradition continues to bring many Sagamok families together. On March 2 and 3, eight families took part in...
Youth lead peaceful protest outside of Toronto’s Old City Hall
By Kristin Grant TORONTO—Camping outside of Toronto’s Old City Hall are our youth taking a stand and saying no more injustice for our people. The...
Anishinabek Health Transformation: the journey continues
By Lynne Brown GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION—At the Anishinabek Health Conference in January, Anishinabek Nation Health Director, Jamie Restoule and Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee...
Sagamok comedian takes different approach to storytelling
By Rick Garrick TORONTO—Sagamok Anishnawbek comedian and storyteller Denise Booth McLeod emphasized the importance of humour for Indigenous people during the Toronto Storytelling Festival’s Honouring...
Anishinabek Nation commends new strategy to end gender-based violence
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE, Nipissing FN (March 2, 2018)— Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee commends the Ontario government for launching a new strategy...
Garden River educator recognized for life-long commitment to education
GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION (January 23, 2018)—Chief Paul Syrette, on behalf of the Elders, Council and citizens of Garden River First Nation, extends congratulations to...
Terminology: What we call ourselves, matters
By Laura Barrios SAULT STE. MARIE, ON—Earlier this fall, the Governance Working Group met in Sault Ste. Marie, to discuss the Anishinabek Nation Governance Agreement....
Chapman’s Gas Bar Christmas Craft Sale ‘booming’
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION—A variety of historical necklaces created by Wiikwemkoong’s Teresa Trudeau were among the arts and crafts on sale at...
Bill C-61 receives Royal Assent
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE, Nipissing First Nation (December 15, 2017)—On behalf of the Anishinabek Nation, Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee would like to extend congratulations...