Aboriginal Environmental Leadership Circle showcases and fosters community-driven environmental monitoring
The Aboriginal Environmental Leadership Circle (AELC) formed in 2014 and is a non- profit organization dedicated to showcasing First Nation environmental management practices. AELC was...
Aamjiwnaang citizen released after arrest in Line 9 protest
By Colin Graf SARNIA — An environmental activist from the Aamjiwnaang First Nation was released in court here Tuesday after being arrested Monday for trying...
Herbal practitioner makes natural teas
By Rick Garrick Pic Mobert’s June Desmoulin recently promoted her Breathe Easier natural tea blend at the 15th Annual Aboriginal Fine Arts and Crafts Christmas...
Mother Earth – First Nations – last chances!
By Peter Globensky and Beverly Sabourin MOTHER EARTH – FIRST NATIONS – LAST CHANCES! When the last tree is cut, the last fish is caught,...
Garden River crafters exploring new territory
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY –Two Garden River arts and crafts exhibitors recently discovered a new market at the 15th Annual Aboriginal Fine Arts and...
‘Love your children,’ says author
By Rick Garrick Wikwemikong’s Kenn Pitawanakwat has published a heartfelt message to his son in his recently launched book, When My Son Died, which is...
Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommends environmental stewardship and protection of our natural resources
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) “Calls to Action” Report introduced in June 2015 recommended that Canadian governments at all levels use the United Nations...
Learning about the treaty relationship a hit with homeschoolers
By Rick Garrick OTTAWA – The 800-piece LEGO Wampum belt in the Union of Ontario Indians’ We are all Treaty People teacher’s kit was a...
Faceless Kwewag dolls commemorate National Day of Remembrance and action on violence against women
By Rick Garrick A group of Wikwemikong community members marched with about 21 faceless Kwewag dolls to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action...
Kettle Point kettles
By Laurie Leclair On October 5, 1826 Mahlon Burwell paddled towards Kettle Point shortly before sunrise. He was deeply moved by the “beautiful and curious”...
E-medical records opens new era in First Nations health care in Northern Ontario
By Laura E. Young NAUGHTON, Ont. – Health care for the 14 First Nations is entering the electronic age with the ultimate goal of enhanced...
Ontario Chamber of Commerce calls for an improved relationship with First Nations
By Joey Krackle The recent Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) report entitled, Digging Deeper recommends an improved relationship between Ontario’s First Nations and government. Mining...
Lakeview School launches Ontario’s First Confident Learners Initiative
By Kelly Crawford M’CHIGEENG FIRST NATION – Kenjgewin-Teg Educational Institute’s First Nation Student Success Program launched Ontario’s only ‘Confident Learners’ at Lakeview School on December...
TRC report recommendations need real financial backing
UOI OFFICES (Nipissing FN) December 15, 2015 – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee agrees with Justice Sinclair’s comments regarding the number of indigenous...
Fort William Christmas party a hit with the kids
By Rick Garrick Fort William First Nation’s 12 Days of Christmas Children’s Christmas Party was a hit for about 300 children, parents and grandparents. “It’s...