Shuniah township leader and council discuss long-term care, local business, education with NDP leader
By Rick Garrick SHUNIAH— Shuniah Mayor Wendy Landry, Shuniah councillors and business people recently met with Ontario New Democratic Party leader Andrea Horwath on Nov....
Book review: Understanding First Nations: The Legacy of Canadian Colonialism
By Karl Hele Dr. Ed Whitcomb’s Understanding First Nations: The Legacy of Canadian Colonialism is an overview of First Nations issues in Canada up to...
Anishinabek Nation Chiefs proclaim new holiday Anishinaabe Giizhigad
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (November 17, 2021) – The Anishinabek Nation Chiefs proclaimed June 6 the Anishinabek Nation holiday, Anishinaabe Giizhigad, in honour of the...
Exploring the interrelation of traditions and language
By Laura Barrios On the eve of the stand-up election scheduled to take place on June 2, 2021, Day 2 of the virtual Anishinabek Nation...
Serpent River First Nation still feeling effects of acid plant, a simmering mistrust
By Leslie Knibbs SERPENT RIVER FIRST NATION– In 1957, Noranda Mines began operation of a sulphuric acid plant in Serpent River First Nation (SRFN) to...
‘I Need You’ topping charts for Indigenous Songwriter of the Year nominee
By Kelly Anne Smith TEME-AUGAMA ANISHNABAI— A singer-songwriter inspired by Lake Temagami sings insightful lyrics accompanied by his soothing guitar. David Laronde’s talents have him...
Koganaawsawin connecting youth to Anishinabek culture through new land-based programming initiative
By Victoria Racette NIPISSING FIRST NATION— The Youth Well-Being Team of Koganaawsawin has recently announced a funding opportunity for Anishinabek First Nations to enhance and/or...