Book Review: ‘Big Air’ incorporates teachings for youth
Review by Christine Smith (McFarlane) Jax is a talented young First Nations snowboarder who is attending the Podium Sports Academy. Destined to be successful and...
Premier at ONWAA gathering a first
THUNDER BAY – In the 43-year history of the Ontario Native Women’s Association, never has a premier attended. Premier Kathleen Wynne spoke to delegates at...
Over 1,000 earrings sought for ‘Blanket of Hope’ project
By Marci Becking NIPISSING FIRST NATION – Union of Ontario Indians staff have started a “Blanket of Hope” that represents the Spirit of the Humans...
Book explores Canada’s indigenous health situation
Reviewed by Johanna Lazore Of all the issues affecting Indigenous lives in Canada, our dismal health status is the one that seems to be the...
McGill launches Indigenous Studies undergraduate program
By Karl Hele After more than a decade in the making, on Dec. 10, 2014 McGill University officially launched its minor undergraduate program in Indigenous...
Tagged fish contest to reel in big prizes at Wikwemikong derby
Wikwemikong Tourism is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Ice Fishing Derby on February 14 from 8:00am-12:00pm at Bayside Resort on Manitowaning Bay. As always...
Youth experience the joys of dance in Curve Lake
The Curve Lake Hip Hop and Jazz Class saw 30 participants in the 12-week program. Community Youth Worker Courtney Taylor said the youth worked really...