OPSEU and Ontario First Nations Chiefs partner on Indigenous Mobilizing Team
TORONTO–On Tuesday, November 22, 2016, OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas addressed First Nations Leaders from across Ontario who are meeting with Premier Kathleen Wynne and...
Artist draws on trapping heritage to create contemporary work
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Janelle Wawia from Red Rock Indian Band has found a new outlet for her trapping heritage — the creation of fur...
Internationally known speaker attends North Shore FASD conference
By Leslie Knibbs MISSISSAUGA FIRST NATION—The North Shore Tribal Council held its 7th Annual FASD Conference on November 18 at Mississauga First Nation (MFN). Frances...
Distinct, unique Indigenous art displayed and sold at 2nd Annual Indigenous & Ingenious Art Show & Sale
By Josée Duranleau TORONTO—On November 19 and 20, 18 outstanding Indigenous artists and artisans showcased their art and crafts at the second annual Indigenous &...
Profile on Elder Raymond Owl: a craftsman, an environmental activist
By Leslie Knibbs Growing up in a small First Nation community on a river at a time when most people relied on fish and game...
Chippewas of the Thames fundraising and sharing information on Duty to Consult challenge at Supreme Court in Ottawa
Submitted by Shirley Honyust/ Yenatli:yo LONDON–Tina Stevens from Kettle Point First Nation, Indigenous member of the Council of Canadians local London Chapter, arranged for a...
Anishinabek Nation Political Update – November 2016
The Say Yes to AES campaign is done – this week the participating First Nations who have directed and developed the Anishinabek Nation Education Agreement...