Opinion: Response to Hayden King’s article on the Anishinabek Nation Governance Agreement vote
Hayden King’s article, “The Rise of the Anishinabek Nation: Self-Government for the Status Quo”, which was posted on the Yellowhead Institute’s website, demonstrates a misunderstanding...
Anishinabekwe becomes Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant of Ontario
By Kelly Crawford TORONTO – Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA Ontario) recognize Helen Bobiwash as a new Fellow (FCPAs). “My work with Indigenous communities...
Three time Olympic ski jumper inspires youth at AETS Aboriginal leadership program conference
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Anishinabek Employment and Training Services (AETS) kicked off its Aboriginal Leadership Program with a presentation by three-time Olympic ski jumper...
Heroes in Health honoured at Mosaadan Mino Bmaadiziwin conference
By Marci Becking SAULT STE. MARIE — The annual Heroes in Health awards were presented to recipients at the Mosaadan Mino Bmaadiziwin (Walk the Good...
Anishinaabe CBC Thunder Bay executive producer says Indigenous narrative embraced in journalism
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William citizen and CBC Thunder Bay executive producer Michael Dick highlighted the significance of residential school issues to...
Regional Indigenous Cancer Team at Health Sciences North is there to help
SUDBURY— The cancer journey can be overwhelming and frightening for patients and their families, but the Northeast Regional Cancer Program at Health Sciences North (HSN)...
Indigenous performance artists encouraged to apply for upcoming fringe festival at Trent University
By Rick Garrick PETERBOROUGH — The Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival’s week-long celebration of Indigenous performance art will include eight indoor and outdoor performances from June 21-28...
The conflict of values: Who is winning – Who are the real losers?
* This is the second part of a two-part series on the conflict between Indigenous and Western values and approaches to the natural world and...
Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services launches new website
NIIJAANSINAANIK CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES HEAD OFFICE (December 18, 2019) –We are pleased to announce that the Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services website is now...
Batchewana First Nation acquires new facility for opioid treatment centre
BATCHEWANA FIRST NATION–Batchewana First Nation (BFN) Chief and Council is proud to announce the purchase of the Salzburger Hof Lakeshore Resort. BFN will repurpose and...
Opinion: ‘Staying under the Indian Act is not being sovereign’ says Chief McLeod
* Remarks from Chief Scott McLeod, Anishinabek Nation Lake Huron Regional Chief, at the Anishinabek Nation Governance Summit on January 14, 2020, on the Anishinabek...
Anishinabek leaders gather for knowledge-sharing and planning ahead of Governance Vote
BAAWAATING TRADITIONAL TERRITORY (SAULT STE.MARIE, ON), January 14, 2020 – Anishinabek Nation Chiefs gather at the Restoring our Rightful Jurisdiction – Anishinabek Nation Governance Summit...
New study in Aamjiwnaang finds residents may face higher health risks caused by toxic substance in air
By Colin Graf AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION— The results of a new air quality study in Aamjiwnaang First Nation, surrounded by chemical plants and oil refineries...
Inaugural Thunder Bay Indigenous Fashion Week closes with Indigenous runway show
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY— A group of Indigenous models and fashion designers enjoyed the opportunity to showcase Indigenous fashions at the Thunder Bay Indigenous...
New study finds First Nations in Canada face serious problems with food supply
By Colin Graf AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION— First Nations across Canada face serious problems with food supply, such as poor nutrition, lack of food security, and...