Fun mocktails for a safe holiday season
By Brenda Campbell As we start the festive season with parties and gatherings, it’s important to remember not to drive impaired. Daily, in Canada, an...
NSTC unveils MedicAlert pilot program for FASD victims: help is on the way
By Leslie Knibbs Willard Pine, an elder from Wikwemikong gave an opening prayer at a recent FASD conference then told those attending, he’s lived and...
Dawn Lamothe paves the way for youth on the Red Road
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY – The Urban Aboriginal Strategy is many people coming together to be a strong voice for Aboriginal Peoples in...
Cancer Care Ontario renews Aboriginal strategy
By Bonnie Kogos The coincidence and blessings of Northern Ontario caused me to sit next to a bright and charming young fellow, Usman Aslam, on...
Celebrating resilience
By Lynda Banning THUNDER BAY – International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day takes place September 9th every year. Many native and mainstream organizations work...
HIV/AIDS information display debunks lingering stereotypes
MOOSE DEER POINT FIRST NATION – Some 50 community members attended the annual Health Fair August 19th at the community Rec Center. Sue Williams (CHR)...
Indigenous World View workshops to be offered
By Rick Garrick Red Rock Indian Band’s Cindy Crowe is planning to deliver Indigenous World View Training workshops to companies and organizations across Turtle Island...
Ask Dr. Mushquash: Are traditional, culture-based healing methods helpful in treating addiction?
Welcome to “Ask Dr. Mushquash”. Are traditional, culture-based healing methods helpful in treating addiction? As anyone who has participated in traditional culture-based healing ceremonies knows...
Ask Dr. Mushquash: What can I expect if I decide to pursue treatment for mental health difficulties?
Welcome to “Ask Dr. Mushquash”. What can I expect if I decide to pursue treatment for mental health difficulties? Beginning mental health treatment can cause...
Safety in the workplace a focus at G’min-oo-maa-doz-imin
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY – Regional Chief Isadore Day emphasized the need for safety in the workplace during Nokiiwin Tribal Council’s G’min-oo-maa-doz-imin We Are...
New green house for Aamjiwnaang
By Marina Plain Aamjiwnaang has an exciting and growing opportunity. A green house is being built for native and commercial plants. The community is known...
Honouring contributions to helping Aboriginal clients experiencing mental health and substance use issues
2015 Vern Harper Award Honouring contributions to helping First Nations clients experiencing mental health and substance use issues Charlene Tyance, a member of Gull Bay...
Aamjiwnaang Air Quality Station data released
By Greg Plain AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION –At the corner of Tashmoo Ave and Lasalle Rd in front of the Aamjiwnaang Health Centre sits a state...
Ottawa Drop-In Centre reopens its doors with no government funding
By Suzanne Keeptwo OTTAWA – Shawenjeagamik , Algonquin for House of Compassion, opened its doors in Ottawa in 2005, made possible through the Homelessness Initiative...
Ask Dr. Mushquash – How do I know if my child needs an assessment?
Welcome to “Ask Dr. Mushquash”. How do I know if my child needs an assessment? Having children can be both rewarding and challenging. Most children...