‘I really love this program,’ says Biigtigong Nishnaabeg youth on Thunder Bay Science Week
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Pic Mobert and Biigtigong Nishnaabeg youth were among about 50 First Nations youth who participated in the First Nation Natural Resource...
Social work: Wabie’s PhD focuses on traditional Indigenous spiritual health
By Laura E. Young SUDBURY—When Joey-Lynn Wabie first launched her post-secondary education journey, she couldn’t decide what to do. Over 20 years later, Wabie settles...
Fort William runner wins two medals at NAIG
By Rick Garrick Fort William’s Kyra Anderson-Morriseau won two medals, a sliver and a bronze, at the North America Indigenous Games (NAIG) 2017 in Toronto....
Origin Operator Recruitment and Training launch new program
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Origin Operator Recruitment and Training recently launched Operation Innovation, an eight-week training to employment program for Indigenous males and females interested...
Aamjiwnaang First Nation to receive access to quicker healthcare services
By Colin Graf AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION—Members of Aamjiwnaang First Nation will soon have a new way to see a family doctor and to speed up...
Two Anishinabek communities celebrate the opening of new housing
By Rick Garrick WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY—Six families in Wiikwemkoong and eight Elders in Sagamok Anishnawbek now have new homes thanks to Indigenous and Northern Affairs...
Long Lake #58 students receive traditional teachings
By Rick Garrick LONG LAKE #58—Traditional teachings and scientific knowledge were featured at Long Lake #58’s Expedition Through Tradition Camp, held July 10-14, at the...