Faceless Kwewag dolls commemorate National Day of Remembrance and action on violence against women
By Rick Garrick A group of Wikwemikong community members marched with about 21 faceless Kwewag dolls to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action...
Kettle Point kettles
By Laurie Leclair On October 5, 1826 Mahlon Burwell paddled towards Kettle Point shortly before sunrise. He was deeply moved by the “beautiful and curious”...
E-medical records opens new era in First Nations health care in Northern Ontario
By Laura E. Young NAUGHTON, Ont. – Health care for the 14 First Nations is entering the electronic age with the ultimate goal of enhanced...
Ontario Chamber of Commerce calls for an improved relationship with First Nations
By Joey Krackle The recent Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) report entitled, Digging Deeper recommends an improved relationship between Ontario’s First Nations and government. Mining...
Lakeview School launches Ontario’s First Confident Learners Initiative
By Kelly Crawford M’CHIGEENG FIRST NATION – Kenjgewin-Teg Educational Institute’s First Nation Student Success Program launched Ontario’s only ‘Confident Learners’ at Lakeview School on December...
TRC report recommendations need real financial backing
UOI OFFICES (Nipissing FN) December 15, 2015 – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee agrees with Justice Sinclair’s comments regarding the number of indigenous...
Fort William Christmas party a hit with the kids
By Rick Garrick Fort William First Nation’s 12 Days of Christmas Children’s Christmas Party was a hit for about 300 children, parents and grandparents. “It’s...