Anishinabek storyteller to receive the Civitas Award
By Rick Garrick ORILLIA—Chippewas of Rama and Golden Lake Elder and storyteller Mark Douglas is looking forward to his upcoming recognition with the Civitas Award...
Opinion: Where is home? A perspective from a Sixties Scoop survivor
By Christine Miskonoodinkwe Smith Aanii Christine nitiishinikaas. Peguis nitoonci. Mashkedebejiki ni totem. (Hello, my name is Christine Miskonoodinkwe Smith. I am from Peguis First Nation...
Fort William First Nation Elder to receive honorary Doctor of Letters
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Fort William Elder Marlene Pierre acknowledges the support she received over the years for her upcoming recognition with an honorary Doctor...
Late Water Walker Josephine Mandamin fondly remembered
By Rick Garrick WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY—Memories of the late Water Walker Josephine Mandamin and her water walks were recently shared by four water walkers and...
The Ogemawahj Tribal Council enhance cultural resources for six First Nations
By Rick Garrick CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION—The Ogemawahj Tribal Council recently updated a series of books featuring governance, language, culture, community activities, history and...
M’Chigeeng woman becomes third vice-president of Northern Ontario Hockey Association
By Sam Laskaris M’CHIGEENG FIRST NATION – Gayle Payette originally thought it was time for her to step back from her hockey responsibilities. Payette, a...
Nipissing First Nation artist showcases one-man exhibit at Toronto gallery
By Sam Laskaris TORONTO – The spotlight is now on Wayne Kodje at Toronto’s Propeller Art Gallery. The 66-year-old Nipissing First Nation artist has his...