‘Teachers kit will help alleviate racism and support areas of treaty education’ – Madahbee
NIPISSING FIRST NATION (May 7, 2015) – Ontario Aboriginal Affairs Minister David Zimmer and Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee officially launched the “We...
Intro to Cree Language course sees its first graduates
By K.A. Smith NORTH BAY – There was a celebratory atmosphere at the North Bay Indian Friendship Centre for graduation on April 29. 15 students...
Peace Pipe Dreams: The Truth bout Lies about Indians
Reviewed by Christine Smith (McFarlane) First Nations people have heard it all, when it comes to the lies or misconceptions that are spread about them....
Deputy Grand Chief Hare’s political update for the Anishinabek Nation
Aanii, The schedule has been busy during 2015. There are several areas that I would like to highlight in the monthly Political update. I have...
Anishinabek Nation political update from GCC Madahbee
Political Update – May 2015 Aanii, The Political Office has been very busy during 2015. We have been working diligently on behalf of the Anishinabek...
Justice for ‘Fud’ – Mixemong murder trial wrapped up Friday
By Sharon Weatherall BARRIE – Two 29 year old Midland men have been found guilty in the death of a respected aboriginal leader – Andrew...
Opinion: Innergex renewable energy and their goal Part 2 of 3
All living creatures depend on each other for a balanced echo system. When you disrupt this balance it can have irreparable consequences or repercussions. Because...
Dumont shares 7th Fire teachings with Yesalihuni Program
By Shirley Honyust LONDON – Jim Dumont, Onaubinisay (Walks Above the Ground), is an Ojibway-Anishinabe of the Marten Clan, originally from the Shawanaga First Nation...
‘Proper education resourcing produces results’: Madahbee
UOI OFFICES (Nipissing First Nation) May 1, 2015 – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee points to success with Kettle and Stony Point First...
New Eagle Staff for Aamjiwnaang
AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION – In the first year of this millennium there was a changing of the name from Chippewas of Sarnia back to the...
BFN ahead of game with smoke alarm installation
By Sharon Weatherall BEAUSOLEIL FIRST NATION – In Canada, statistics prove that fire deaths in First Nations communities are 10-12 per cent of the national...
Experiences of family violence shared in Digital Stories Project
In February 2014 the Union of Ontario Indians Social Department in conjunction with the Communications Unit, officially started seeking out those who have experienced domestic...
Aamjiwnaang to care for mzhiiken
By Greg Plain AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION – The community mobilized on April 8 to look for ways to keep our mzhiiken (turtle) population in good...
Screaming Eagles thank Curve Lake council
CURVE LAKE FIRST NATION – On April 13th, 2015 the Curve Lake First Nation Screaming Eagles, Black Tyke team came to the Council meeting to...
National Chief calls on all countries to make all laws and policies consistent with International Human Rights standards
NEW YORK, April 27, 2015 /CNW/ – Indigenous peoples’ organizations and human rights groups are calling on all countries, including Canada, to ensure that their...