Serpent River First Nation still feeling effects of acid plant, a simmering mistrust
By Leslie Knibbs SERPENT RIVER FIRST NATION– In 1957, Noranda Mines began operation of a sulphuric acid plant in Serpent River First Nation (SRFN) to...
‘I Need You’ topping charts for Indigenous Songwriter of the Year nominee
By Kelly Anne Smith TEME-AUGAMA ANISHNABAI— A singer-songwriter inspired by Lake Temagami sings insightful lyrics accompanied by his soothing guitar. David Laronde’s talents have him...
Koganaawsawin connecting youth to Anishinabek culture through new land-based programming initiative
By Victoria Racette NIPISSING FIRST NATION— The Youth Well-Being Team of Koganaawsawin has recently announced a funding opportunity for Anishinabek First Nations to enhance and/or...
The Association for Native Development in the Performing and Visual Arts celebrates grand opening
TORONTO— On Saturday, November 6, 2021, Jingle Dress Dancer Nicole Leveck and her two girls, Indiana and Nazarene danced in gratitude and celebration at the...
Letter to the Editor: A grandfather’s story – Remembrance Day on Fort William First Nation
By Kateri Skaarup FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION – He was 15 years old. Too young to enlist but yet he did anyway under a fake name....
Alderville First Nation remembers
By Kelly Anne Smith ALDERVILLE FIRST NATION — Alderville First Nation citizens were joined by the local Royal Canadian Legions, government officials, and guests on...
Lakehead University welcomes First Nation dignitaries during Indigenous Veterans Day ceremony
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William First Nation Chief Peter Collins highlighted the losses that Indigenous Veterans faced after enlisting in Canada’s military...