Wenjack and Downie legacy lives on through the Secret Path Curriculum Resource at Trent University
By Rick Garrick PETERBOROUGH—The Secret Path Curriculum Resource, based on the late Gord Downie’s Secret Path graphic novel about the story of Chanie Wenjack, was...
A Miner’s Prayer, top new album from Matt James
By Brian Wright-McLeod SUDBURY—The sublime upbeat country ballads of Matt James (Naveau) rise from a love of family, land and culture. From Mattagami First Nation...
Aamjiwnaang athlete starring with National Lacrosse League’s Rochester Knighthawks
By Sam Laskaris AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION – Kyle Jackson is fulfilling his childhood dream. Jackson, a member of Aamjiwnaang First Nation in southwestern Ontario, is...
Book Review: Onigamissing: Seasons of an Ojibwe Year
Reviewed by Karl Hele Onigamissing is an insightful sharing of Anishinaabeg wisdom and teaching through the stories of Elder and academic Linda LeGrande Grover. This...
Fort William First Nation speaks about community efforts to revitalize Anishinaabemowin
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Fort William Chief Peter Collins called for more Indigenous language teachings during Lakehead University’s Jan. 15 opening ceremony of its year-long...
Batchewana First Nation Leadership disappointed with Ontario’s Appeal
BATCHEWANA FIRST NATION, ON (January 22, 2019)– Today, Chief and Council of Batchewana First Nation (BFN) received word that the Ontario Government served their Notice...
Thunder Bay Police Service Board apology yields mixed feelings
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Northern Superior Region leaders expressed concerns about “an empty apology” and called for progress on dealing with systemic racism at the...
The countdown is on – Little NHL tournament is fast approaching!
By Sam Laskaris SARNIA – The 2019 Little Native Hockey League tournament is just around the corner. Officials with the Indigenous youth hockey event, better...
Zhooniyaa – are you receiving all the financial benefits that you are entitled to?
By Helen Bobiwash There are financial benefits available for people who receive a low to moderate income. Both the federal and provincial governments provide financial...
NAIG host society appoints CEO for 2020 Halifax competition
By Sam Laskaris HALIFAX – Kevin Sandy recently landed himself a rather prestigious job. Sandy, a member of the Cayuga Nation (Wolf Clan), was recently...
Statement from Youth Chief Lance Copegog on federal Cabinet shuffle
CHRISTIAN ISLAND, ON (JANUARY 14, 2019) – Youth Chief Lance Copegog of the Beausoleil First Nation Youth Council has issued the following statement regarding today’s...
Indigenous film series showcasing in Sudbury
SUDBURY– The N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre will be presenting a film series titled Urban. Indigenous. Proud on Mon., Jan. 21, 2019 at 6 p.m. at...
A father gathers strength to fight for MMIWG and MMIMB
By Kelly Anne Smith WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY—John Fox is worried about being forced to drop a lawsuit against police. John Fox Sr., a member of...
Munsee Delaware Nation lawyer appointed as justice to the Ontario Court of Justice
By Rick Garrick BARRIE—Justice Jodie-Lynn Waddilove looks forward to her new role after being appointed as one of five new justices to the Ontario Court...
Anishinabek Nation leadership hopes for a peaceful resolve in Wet’suwet’en Nation
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (January 10, 2018)— Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Glen Hare issued the following statement regarding the peaceful protest against the TransCanada...