Beausoleil Elder inspires others to accept themselves
By Rick Garrick ORILLIA — Beausoleil Elder Trish Monague stressed that the road people walk on is perfect but they are not during her Connection...
Sam on Sports: Dustin Peltier
By Sam Laskaris LITTLE CURRENT – Dustin Peltier’s hockey playing days ended more than a decade ago, but the 31-year-old member of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory...
M’Chigeeng First Nation students ready to unveil film projects during community screening
By Sam Laskaris M’CHIGEENG FIRST NATION — Students from Lakeview School in M’Chigeeng First Nation are preparing to lay out the welcome mats for their...
Gen7 Fuel empowers First Nations from a unique approach
NORTH BAY — Gen7 Fuel, Indigenous-run gas station chain, has invested over $150,000 in the last year to foster growth and development across Ontario First...
Community comes together for Turtle Prayer and Feast Ceremony Gathering in Serpent River First Nation
By Leslie Knibbs SERPENT RIVER FIRST NATION — Despite a severe winter storm, about 60 people attended the Turtle Prayer and Feast Ceremony and Gathering...
ONWA launches campaign to educate public about human trafficking
Trigger warning: readers may be triggered by the mention of human trafficking. To access a 24-hour Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline, call: 1-833-900-1010. Community Assistance Program...
Oolichan Moon: Oolichan fish important to the Nisga’a people
Reviewed by Alex Hebert Oolichan Moon is an educational children’s book written by Samantha Beynon and illustrated by Lucy Trimble. It is a story about...
In-person Economic Development, Lands and Resources Forum a success
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— “Look at the situation of global warming climate change. Our philosophy is needed now more than ever.” Nipissing First...
Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief joins panel on Indigenous governance during student-led conference
By Laura Mayer KINGSTON – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe participated in a plenary panel on Indigenous governance with Wahkohtowin Law and Governance...
Indigenous youth summit opening doors
By PJ Wilson DOKIS FIRST NATION – Indigenous youth have a lot to offer in the discussion on economic reconciliation. And they will have two...
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...
Garden River First Nation harvests the sun for savings and to be a greener community
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY — Ketegaunseebee (Garden River First Nation) has renewable energy in place to be a greener community and neighbouring communities...
Sam on Sports: Little NHL
By Sam Laskaris MISSISSAUGA – It’s going to happen. For real this time. Following a three-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Little Native...
Anishinabek Nation trusts Indigenous Survivors, communities, and experts to guide unmarked burial searches regardless of federal deal with international group
Trigger warning: readers may be triggered by the recount of Indian Residential Schools. To access a 24-hour National Crisis Line, call: 1-866-925-4419. Community Assistance Program...