Chippewas of Rama rejoins the Union of Ontario Indians
AUNDECK OMNI KANING FIRST NATION June 7, 2016 – Chiefs at the annual Grand Council Assembly welcomed fellow Anishinabek of Chippewas of Rama First Nation...
Book Review: Candies don’t grow on trees…unless you’re Basil Johnston
By Maurice Switzer Some people have twinkling eyes. Basil Johnston could write with twinkling words. Those of us who were privileged to meet the legendary...
New Chief of Dokis looks to a bright future
By Kelly Anne Smith DOKIS FIRST NATION – The new Chief of Dokis First Nation is proud after being elected on May 21. Gerry Duquette...
New program promotes cultural identity among First Nations children and youth
At the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa (CASO) our goal is to foster partnerships with First Nations, Inuit and Métis community organizations to ensure the well-being of...
Impacts of Indian Residential Schools project wins Heritage Fair
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY – “It’s important to know that they were abused and it wasn’t their fault.” Those strong words are from...
Alderville First Nation Calls for Resignation of KPRDSB Trustee Gordon Gilchrist
ALDERVILLE FIRST NATION, June 2, 2016 – Alderville First Nation Chief and Council are calling on Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Trustee Gordon Gilchrist...
Christian Island Elementary School hosts 7th annual pow-wow
By Sharon Weatherall Students from five area schools arrived at Christian Island last week to learn and partake in an exciting cultural experience that takes...