Sex-discrimination in the Indian Act addressed again: Descheneaux and Yantha
By Lynn Gehl Here is a compilation of news coverage on: Descheneaux and Yantha v. Canada. These are two separate issues/case heard together in the...
Chiefs looking for resource revenue sharing in aggregate being removed from traditional lands
By Joey Krackle The Southeastern Regional Grand Chief is calling for an equal share of riches extracted from the land. Southeastern Regional Grand Chief Jim...
M’Chigeeng student sees success with Contact North and the Anishinabek Educational Institute
Contact North | Contact Nord, Ontario’s Distance Education & Training Network, has released their document 21 Success Stories of Aboriginal Learners Using Online Learning To...
Chippewas of the Thames hopeful of meaningful consultation with the crown after Supreme Court grants challenge to Line 9
MUNCEY, March 10, 2016 – the Supreme Court of Canada has granted the Chippewas of the Thames leave to appeal a decision of the Federal...
Northern Superior communities getting ready to ratify education agreement in November
By Rick Garrick The ratification process for the Anishinabek Nation Education Agreement was highlighted during Feb. 29 and March 1 information sessions in Fort William...
Ask Dr. Mushquash: Is resilience a modifiable factor that health care providers can foster in their clinics?
Welcome to “Ask Dr. Mushquash”. I received the following question from my friend and colleague Dr. Jon McGavock, CIHR Applied Public Health Chair in Resilience...
Elders Council helps the Little NHL
UOI HEAD OFFICE (Nipissing FN) – The Anishinabek Nation Elders Council are donating $546.00 to Little Native Hockey League. Elder Mike Esquega from Northern Superior,...
Assortment of talent at 4th Artist Gathering and Art Show
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION — The Cultural Events Organizer has a great time at work, especially when it’s the 4th Annual Nipissing...
Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment and Training sees new grads
By Rick Garrick Long Lake #58’s Carolyn Hardy plans to study at Confederation College after graduating from Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment and Training Services Aboriginal Skills...
Former Chief Abraham passes into the Spirit World
UOI OFFICES (Nipissing FN) March 7, 2016 – Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee sends his condolences to the community of Long Lake #58 on the...
Film Review: ‘Wawahte’ a step towards reconciliation
Reviewed by Carrie MacKenzie “Wawahte” premiered February 27, 2016 at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival. This moving and honest film examines the experiences of three...
Mississaugas of Scugog pursue economic development
By Joey Krackle Forward-thinking business strategy has the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation continuing to help fund supports for the reserve and neighbors in...
Leaders call for assistance in locating missing teenager from Kenora
TORONTO (March 4, 2016) — Ontario Regional Chief Isadore Day along with other First Nation leaders are calling for the public’s assistance in locating missing...
What do you know? Education system entering information stage
Ratification vote begins in November By Laura E. Young SUDBURY- In an ideal world, Anishnaabe students will be prepared for post-secondary life secure in themselves...
Political update: Participate in Education Information Sessions
Political Update – March 2016 Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee Deputy Grand Council Chief Glen Hare Aanii, 2016 is a critical year for the Anishinabek...