Fort William First Nation speaks about community efforts to revitalize Anishinaabemowin
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Fort William Chief Peter Collins called for more Indigenous language teachings during Lakehead University’s Jan. 15 opening ceremony of its year-long...
Robinson Huron Treaty First Nations look forward to negotiations to settle the case
SUDBURY — The Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Committee is pleased Canada and Ontario have indicated their desire to negotiate a resolution of the claim of...
Batchewana First Nation Leadership disappointed with Ontario’s Appeal
BATCHEWANA FIRST NATION, ON (January 22, 2019)– Today, Chief and Council of Batchewana First Nation (BFN) received word that the Ontario Government served their Notice...
Thunder Bay Police Service Board apology yields mixed feelings
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Northern Superior Region leaders expressed concerns about “an empty apology” and called for progress on dealing with systemic racism at the...
The countdown is on – Little NHL tournament is fast approaching!
By Sam Laskaris SARNIA – The 2019 Little Native Hockey League tournament is just around the corner. Officials with the Indigenous youth hockey event, better...
Expanding Indigenous education and research in Canada with the First Nations Technical Institute
TYENDINAGA, ON (January 18, 2019) – The First Nations Technical Institute (FNTI) is expanding its programming and capacity for the 2019/20 academic year as Indigenous-centred...
Zhooniyaa – are you receiving all the financial benefits that you are entitled to?
By Helen Bobiwash There are financial benefits available for people who receive a low to moderate income. Both the federal and provincial governments provide financial...
McLeod Wood Associates joins forces with Enterprise in Indigenous consulting practice and First Nations community-led and owned infrastructure projects
TORONTO, ON — Enterprise, one of Canada’s leading strategic communications firms, is joining forces with McLeod Wood Associates Inc. (MWA) to offer the combined experience...
Empowering communities and businesses to take advantage of economic opportunities for growth
Government of Canada investments assist Manitoulin area residents to engage in Northern Ontario’s key industrial and business sectors. BIRCH ISLAND, ON (January 15, 2019) –...
Lakehead Orillia institutes campus ban on disposable water bottles
ORILLIA, ON–Lakehead University Orillia has phased out the sale of bottled water on campus. The move to stop the sale of bottled water was announced...
NAIG host society appoints CEO for 2020 Halifax competition
By Sam Laskaris HALIFAX – Kevin Sandy recently landed himself a rather prestigious job. Sandy, a member of the Cayuga Nation (Wolf Clan), was recently...
Statement from Youth Chief Lance Copegog on federal Cabinet shuffle
CHRISTIAN ISLAND, ON (JANUARY 14, 2019) – Youth Chief Lance Copegog of the Beausoleil First Nation Youth Council has issued the following statement regarding today’s...
Indigenous film series showcasing in Sudbury
SUDBURY– The N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre will be presenting a film series titled Urban. Indigenous. Proud on Mon., Jan. 21, 2019 at 6 p.m. at...
Anishinabek Nation statement on federal Cabinet shuffle
Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Glen Hare wishes to acknowledge the recent federal Cabinet shuffle that took place earlier today and welcome the new ministers...
A father gathers strength to fight for MMIWG and MMIMB
By Kelly Anne Smith WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY—John Fox is worried about being forced to drop a lawsuit against police. John Fox Sr., a member of...