The Power of Family Memories series: Lisa Osawamick
In a continued effort to lift everyone’s spirit during this time where we are all staying home, the Anishinabek News did a call out to...
Oneida Nation of the Thames runner inspires others to pursue personal goals
By Shirley Honyust/ Yenahtli:yo This is a reflection of the interview with Joel Kennedy, the work he has done that led up to earning him...
Maamwizing: People Collaborating Together
SUDBURY (April 25, 2022) — The Anishinaabe term maamwizing refers to “people collaborating together.” While research can often be regarded as an overwhelming, intimidating, and...
Elders Committee and Youth Council come together to refresh spirits
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Turtle Concepts recently helped to refresh the spirits of Dilico Anishinabek Family Care’s Elders Committee and Youth Council representatives...
Anishinabek Nation condemns approved development at Juno Beach
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (April 27, 2022) – The Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe and Chiefs Veterans Committee are raising concerns regarding the...
Lakehead University launches 10-year plan to increase Indigenous language fluency
THUNDER BAY AND ORILLIA (April 20, 2022) – Lakehead University is embarking on a 10-year initiative that will support the revitalization of Indigenous languages in...
CBC/Radio-Canada engaging with Indigenous communities across Canada about better reflecting Indigenous cultures
Twenty engagement sessions will be part of the development of the national public broadcaster’s new Indigenous strategy TORONTO (April 20, 2022) – CBC/Radio-Canada wants to...
Anishinabek Nation leadership call on federal government to extend deadline for all Indian Day School Settlement claims
Trigger warning: readers may be triggered by the recount of Indian Residential Schools. To access a 24-hour National Crisis Line, call: 1-866-925-4419. Community Assistance Program...
Headrick captures national award for community service work
By Sam Laskaris FREDERICTON – Jana Headrick captured some hardware at this year’s Canadian university women’s hockey championships. Though thrilled with the individual recognition she...
New scholarship for students from Algonquin communities
PEMBROKE (April 19, 2022) – The Algonquins of Ontario (AOO) and the Taggart Group have officially announced the creation and launch of a new scholarship...
Indigenous groups sign new protocol agreement to clearly define their responsibilities
By Sam Laskaris SUDBURY – It was almost a decade in the making, but Marie Meawasige, the executive director of the N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre...
New investment funding to support culturally-responsive education in nursing and PSW programs through the Anishinabek Educational Institute
By Kelly McLeod ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY— Early this March, the Ministry of Long Term Care announced it is investing $34 million over four years to...
Fort William First Nation councillor talks treaty relationships during Lakehead University virtual event
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William Councillor Michele Solomon highlighted the lands taken from her community during her April 5 Lakehead University Understanding...
Ineligible player cost Wiikwemkoong youth hockey squad a chance at league championship
By Sam Laskaris WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY – Players, parents and officials representing a house league hockey team are upset they missed out on the opportunity...
Ontario blinks and negotiations begin in historic Robinson Huron Treaty trial
By Catherine Murton Stoehr In a spectacular about face, Ontario has agreed to enter into negotiations with the Robinson Huron and Superior communities to determine...