Indigenous groups sign new protocol agreement to clearly define their responsibilities
By Sam Laskaris SUDBURY – It was almost a decade in the making, but Marie Meawasige, the executive director of the N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre...
New investment funding to support culturally-responsive education in nursing and PSW programs through the Anishinabek Educational Institute
By Kelly McLeod ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY— Early this March, the Ministry of Long Term Care announced it is investing $34 million over four years to...
Fort William First Nation councillor talks treaty relationships during Lakehead University virtual event
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William Councillor Michele Solomon highlighted the lands taken from her community during her April 5 Lakehead University Understanding...
Ineligible player cost Wiikwemkoong youth hockey squad a chance at league championship
By Sam Laskaris WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY – Players, parents and officials representing a house league hockey team are upset they missed out on the opportunity...
Ontario blinks and negotiations begin in historic Robinson Huron Treaty trial
By Catherine Murton Stoehr In a spectacular about face, Ontario has agreed to enter into negotiations with the Robinson Huron and Superior communities to determine...
Author provides details on history and importance of treaties
By Sam Laskaris Maurice Switzer continues to provide pertinent information on treaties. Switzer’s book titled We Are All Treaty People was produced by the Ontario...
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services’ in-person Traditional Pow Wow a great success
By Rick Garrick SUDBURY — Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services’ Traditional Pow Wow was a success with some 120 registered dancers on March 26 at...
First Nations Youth connect with STEM mentors at OFNTSC summit
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — The Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation’s 2022 First Nations Youth STEM Summit included presentations by Fort William Elder...
Fort William citizen elected as trustee with Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William First Nation’s Sarah Pelletier looks forward to taking on the Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board (TBCDSB)...
Provincial federation of friendship centres publishes new book
By Sam Laskaris TORONTO – The Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres (OFIFC) now has a new way to show off its accomplishments. The group...
Wiikwemkoong youth hoop dancer takes home award for powerful music video
By Rick Garrick TORONTO — Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory hoop dancer Emilee Ann Pitawanakwat and musicians Andrea Ramolo and Kinnie Starr were recently recognized with the...
Serpent River First Nation remains resilient in fight for toxic injustice
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— When government officials were invited to Serpent River First Nation to tour dead lakes, they refused to drink the...
Anishinabek Nation leadership appalled with birth alerts continuing in Thunder Bay
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (April 8, 2022) – In October of 2020, the Government of Ontario directed that societies must cease birth alerts – a...
Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory working to protect at-risk species and wildlife
By Rick Garrick WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY — Wiikwemkoong is establishing a marsh outdoor educational site at Meshkoodayaang Shkoo sii Prairie Point Marsh and collaborating on...
Rama First Nation member nominated for prestigious list compiled by Canadian law publication
By Sam Laskaris ORILLIA – A Rama First Nation lawyer has been nominated for a prestigious distinction from a leading law publication. Ted Williams, Chief...