First-ever First Nations zombie thriller movie receives recognition at International film festivals
By Jamie Lee Mckenzie ESPANOLA–After months and months of hard work, Jayson Stewart’s short film, a zombie thriller, REZilience, is being recognized in National and...
Family of Chanie Wenjack attends Gord Downie’s The Secret Path premier
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Three auditorium rows of Chanie Wenjack’s family and community members witnessed the CBC premiere broadcast of Gord Downie’s animated film about...
Statement from the Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation on Aboriginal Veterans Day
TORONTO, ON (November 8, 2016)–David Zimmer, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, today released the following statement. “On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I...
‘It’s a step in the right direction in regards to self-government’ says Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Chief
By Rick Garrick OJIBWAYS OF THE PIC RIVER FIRST NATION—Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Chief Duncan Michano says self-government and control over education are key reasons for his...
Treaty Learning Centre open for education in Treaty relationships
By Kelly Ann Smith NORTH BAY—The RBC Treaty Learning Centre was launched at the Education Centre Library during Nipissing University’s Indigenous Week. The Treaty Learning...
Lieutenant Governor awards talented Nipissing First Nation writer
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION—Elders say Cole Forrest Stevens-Goulais makes them proud and he is a role model in the making. Eighteen year...
Cambrian College and Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation sign Memorandum of Understanding
ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK FIRST NATION (November 3, 2016)–Cambrian College and the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation, as represented by Chief Edward Steve Miller and Council, announced the...