Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Elder performs during Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony Sing-Along concert
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes enjoyed performing the Asemaa’Kwe Song with about 450 Lakehead Public Schools students during the...
Anishinaabe Elder shares teachings on naming ceremonies
By Sam Laskaris NIPISSING FIRST NATION – It took Perry McLeod-Shabogesic about two decades to receive his spirit name. But now, McLeod-Shabogesic, a member of...
Indigenous artist Patrick Hunter inspires creative confidence
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM — A group of artists enjoyed an acrylic paint class led by Indigenous artist, graphic designer, and award-winning entrepreneur Patrick...
Fabric art murals part of travelling promotional tour
By Rick Garrick NIPISSING FIRST NATION — Max-Wear owners Ed and Maxine Wesley recently highlighted their fabric art murals at the Anishinabek Nation office in...
Enkiitmajig Wii-Aabiziitoong Anishinaabemowin comes together to grow Anishinaabemowin
By Kirk Titmuss NIPISSING FIRST NATION – Gii-skigaade shkode. The fire has been lit. The fire to revitalize and learn the traditional language of Anishinaabemowin...
Lakehead University students connect with Indigenous culture and community through ribbon skirt-making
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Lakehead University’s Indigenous Student Services Centre held a Ribbon Skirt Making Workshop for students on Nov. 18 at the...
Curve Lake member appointed to Ontario Arts Council
By Sam Laskaris CURVE LAKE FIRST NATION – Missy Knott already had a rather busy life, but when an offer came her way earlier this...