Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee announces the passing of Elder James Kwissiwa
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (April 9, 2018)— The Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee sends his most heartfelt condolences to the family of Elder...
Kairos Blanket Exercise opens doorway to learn about shared history
By Rick Garrick TORONTO—Ryerson University’s March 23 Kairos Blanket Exercise was an emotional experience for a range of faculty and staff participants, with many breaking...
Human Rights Arts Festival showcases Indigenous short films
By Carrie MacKenzie KINGSTON—As part of the Isabel Human Rights Arts Festival, Queen’s University hosted An Evening of Indigenous Short Films on March 22. These...
Indigenous children’s book celebrates book launch, three-year partnership and sacred medicine
By Laura Young SUDBURY—In an era where smoking and tobacco are seen as vile, it’s sometimes lost that tobacco is actually a sacred medicine in...
Whitefish River storyteller captivates audience in Toronto festival
By Rick Garrick TORONTO—Whitefish River storyteller Esther Osche shared stories about The Legend of the Coyotes and The Creator’s Gift during the 2018 Toronto Storytelling...
Anishinabek stand with Iroquois Caucus condemning decision for a radioactive dump at Chalk River licensed for ten years
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (April 5, 2018) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee says that the Anishinabek Nation is standing with the Iroquois...
Meet the Jordan’s Principle Navigators
Christian Hebert and Tyler Waddilove are the new Jordan’s Principle Navigators for the Anishinabek Nation. Jordan’s Principle is a child first and needs-based principle born...
One of the best Indigenous-themed books to be released as film
By Sam Laskaris BUFFALO LAKE MÉTIS SETTLEMENT – Bruce Barry is thrilled that he had a change of heart. The Métis/Anishinabee artist was contacted more...
Work begins for the Anishinabek Education System
AES OFFICE –Nipissing First Nation (April 4, 2018) – The Anishinabek Education System start-up activities officially started April 1. “April 1 was the effective date...
Renowned Chef David Wolfman visits Sagamok Anishnawbek
By Leslie Knibbs SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK—Celebrated Chef David Wolfman, author, and host of “Cooking with the Wolfman” television show, visited Sagamok Anishnawbek on Saturday, March 24...
Koganaawsawin conference offered participants tools for youth
By Marci Becking ORILLIA – The Koganaawsawin Conference was held March 20-21 in Orillia with speakers from all over Anishinabek Territory. Social Services Director Adrienne...
Welcoming ancestors at 2018 Round Dance
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION—Ancestors were honoured at the 2018 Round Dance held on Nipissing First Nation. The pipe ceremony, feast and round...
Justice coordinators seek equity for Indigenous people in justice sector
By Colin Graf WATERLOO—Workers helping First Nations people in the justice system are using their knowledge and experience to add pressure for changes in the...
Maple syrup: Indigenous Governance or business idea?
By Jolene Banning My first visit to the Sugar Bush on Fort William First Nation was winter 2016—the fourth season. I went with my cousin....
Opinion: Canada’s new vertical $10 bill
By Kristin Grant Images of the prototype for the new vertical $10 bill have been released. Viola Desmond who was selected to grace the bill...