Letter to the Editor: Bill 5 is a violation of our treaties, our lands, and our future
By Steven Rickard Doug Ford’s Bill 5 – Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025 is not progress. It is a deliberate attack on...
Anishinabek Nation demands immediate withdrawal of Bill 5
LONDON, ONTARIO (June 4, 2025) – The Anishinabek Nation Chiefs-in-Assembly seeks to work with the Government of Ontario, even as they oppose Bill 5, Protect...
Letter to the Editor: Bill 5 is a threat to Northern Ontario
Bill 5 Is a Threat to Northern Ontario. It Must Be Stopped. By Cristin Talentino Ask anyone why they live or stay in Northern Ontario,...
Anishinabek Nation engages with U.S. policymakers on Great Lakes
WASHINGTON, D. C. (March 5, 2025) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige is in Washington, D.C., from March 5 to 7, to participate...
Ontario Chiefs-in-Assembly support agreements prioritizing the welfare of First Nations children
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (February 27, 2025) – After nearly two decades and much advocacy by many, on February 26, 2025, the Chiefs of Ontario...
E’Dbendaagzijig declaration drafted at gathering
By Kirk Titmuss SAULT STE. MARIE – A hard-driving snowstorm failed to deter over 50 Anishinabek Nation citizens, Chiefs, staff, and B’Maakonigan First Nations representatives...
Reg Niganobe Ontario Liberal candidate for Algoma-Manitoulin
By Rick Garrick MISSISSAUGA #8 — Former Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe is calling for improved health care and economic change and prosperity...
Cambrian Indigenous Student Circle culturally-focussed, paints success
By Kelly Anne Smith SUDBURY – The dedication of students who support other students, shines through the Cambrian Indigenous Student Circle at Cambrian College. Barry...
First Nation buys strategic property in Wesleyville
By Sam Laskaris MISSISSAUGAS OF SCUGOG ISLAND FIRST NATION – A construction company owned by an Anishinabek First Nation has bought a strategic piece of...
Wiikwemkoong teen starring for Windsor Spitfires and impressing NHL scouts
By Sam Laskaris WINDSOR – Jack Nesbitt’s sophomore season in the Ontario Hockey League is going considerably better than his rookie campaign. As a result,...
Repairs continuing at Ojibwe Cultural Foundation damaged by flooding
By Sam Laskaris M’CHIGEENG FIRST NATION – A major fundraising drive was already underway for the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation. But now additional repairs are required...
Colourful fun gathering at the 35th Canadore Pow Wow
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY- “It’s a good time of year to gather,” says head Elder Lorraine Liberty-Whiteduck outside the circle at the 35th...
NFL Canada unveils Indigenous inspired game ball during lead up to Super Bowl LIX
NIPISSING FIRST NATION – When Nipissing First Nation artist Quentin Commanda was asked by NFL Canada to design an official NFL game ball, he knew...
Mazda Rising Legends recipient still supports community
By Rick Garrick ALGONQUINS OF PIKWÁKANAGÁN — Algonquins of Pikwákanagán’s Nevaeh Sarazin appreciates the opportunity to help support her community’s events through the $50,000 Mazda...
UNDRIP Action Plan sees response from Feathers of Hope gathering
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY – A group of Indigenous youth recently provided responses to the federal government’s UNDRIP Action Plan during the Feathers of...