The Power of Family Memories series: Rebecca Loucks
In a continued effort to lift everyone’s spirit during this time where we are all staying home, the Anishinabek News did a call out to...
‘Class action lawsuits should not be needed for basic rights to be recognized,’ stresses Chief Emily Whetung
By Rick Garrick OTTAWA — Curve Lake Gimaa Kwe Emily Whetung stressed that class action lawsuits should not be needed for basic rights to be...
North Bay renames beach to Shaabegiizhig Jiibiik in act of reconciliation
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— “It is a good gesture to reconciliation and land acknowledgement,” says Nipissing First Nation Chief Scott McLeod on the...
Audible’s Indigenous Writers’ Circle program celebrates Indigenous storytelling and now accepting applications
NEWARK, NJ (April 28, 2022) – Audible has embarked on a mission to elevate the voices of Indigenous peoples in Canada in an effort to...
Staying active is fun with the North Bay Indigenous Hub
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— Thanks to the North Bay Indigenous Hub, this year’s March break had kids keeping fit and learning hockey tips...
Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg artist honoured with Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg artist Candace Twance was honoured to be recognized with the Native Women in the Arts (NWIA) 7th...
The Power of Family Memories series: Lisa Osawamick
In a continued effort to lift everyone’s spirit during this time where we are all staying home, the Anishinabek News did a call out to...
Oneida Nation of the Thames runner inspires others to pursue personal goals
By Shirley Honyust/ Yenahtli:yo This is a reflection of the interview with Joel Kennedy, the work he has done that led up to earning him...
Maamwizing: People Collaborating Together
SUDBURY (April 25, 2022) — The Anishinaabe term maamwizing refers to “people collaborating together.” While research can often be regarded as an overwhelming, intimidating, and...
Elders Committee and Youth Council come together to refresh spirits
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Turtle Concepts recently helped to refresh the spirits of Dilico Anishinabek Family Care’s Elders Committee and Youth Council representatives...
Anishinabek Nation condemns approved development at Juno Beach
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (April 27, 2022) – The Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe and Chiefs Veterans Committee are raising concerns regarding the...
Lakehead University launches 10-year plan to increase Indigenous language fluency
THUNDER BAY AND ORILLIA (April 20, 2022) – Lakehead University is embarking on a 10-year initiative that will support the revitalization of Indigenous languages in...
CBC/Radio-Canada engaging with Indigenous communities across Canada about better reflecting Indigenous cultures
Twenty engagement sessions will be part of the development of the national public broadcaster’s new Indigenous strategy TORONTO (April 20, 2022) – CBC/Radio-Canada wants to...
Headrick captures national award for community service work
By Sam Laskaris FREDERICTON – Jana Headrick captured some hardware at this year’s Canadian university women’s hockey championships. Though thrilled with the individual recognition she...
New scholarship for students from Algonquin communities
PEMBROKE (April 19, 2022) – The Algonquins of Ontario (AOO) and the Taggart Group have officially announced the creation and launch of a new scholarship...