Strong Anishnawbe Kwe represented at Provincial Powerlifting Meet
By Paula Naponse OTTAWA—Two young women from the Anishinabek Nation have been lifting some pretty heavy things lately. The weekend of October 29-30, 2016, the...
Canoe filled with teachings and knowledge
By Marina Plain AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION—The Great Lakes Canoe Journey has once again began their Birch Bark Canoe teachings. The project coordinator is University of...
OHL Defenceman Blaisdell sidelined by injury
By Sam Laskaris KITCHENER—Doug Blaisdell is doing his best to remain positive even though he’ll miss a substantial chunk of what could potentially be his...
Young Nipissing First Nation author has a story to tell
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION—It is a lesson that should be taught in classrooms and heard before bedtime – people can overcome differences...
Aamjiwnaang approves its Chi’Naaknigewin
By Rick Garrick AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION—Aamjiwnaang has approved its Chi’Naaknigewin of Aamjiwnaang constitution with 140 of 158 voters casting a ballot in favour, 13 voters...
Former CBC television reporter humbled to receive 2017 Indspire Award
By Rick Garrick Georgina Island’s Duncan McCue, host of CBC Radio’s Cross Country Checkup, was surprised about being selected as one of 14 recipients of...
Gichi-Naaknigewin
Submitted by Arnold May – Let’s get out from under the control of the Indian Act. – We have a Chi-Naaknigewin (Constitution). – We are...
Fight ready
Submitted by Jennifer Ashawasegai So, I signed up for fighter training to compete in a kickboxing tournament in about eight months. At 42, I realize...
Anishinabe Kwe and The Great War
Submitted by Laurie Leclair An estimated 4,000 status Indian soldiers, many of them members of the Anishinabek Nation, fought in the Great War. This statistic...
AES will ‘bring positive change to the education system itself’ says Fort William Chief
By Rick Garrick FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION—Fort William Chief Peter Collins says self determination is a key reason for his community to sign on with...
Residential School story ‘Wawahte’ on crowd-funding for translation help
By Carrie MacKenzie KINGSTON – Robert P. Wells, author of the book “Wawahte” and John Sanfilippo the director and producer of the documentary film on...
First-ever First Nations zombie thriller movie receives recognition at International film festivals
By Jamie Lee Mckenzie ESPANOLA–After months and months of hard work, Jayson Stewart’s short film, a zombie thriller, REZilience, is being recognized in National and...
Family of Chanie Wenjack attends Gord Downie’s The Secret Path premier
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY—Three auditorium rows of Chanie Wenjack’s family and community members witnessed the CBC premiere broadcast of Gord Downie’s animated film about...
Statement from the Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation on Aboriginal Veterans Day
TORONTO, ON (November 8, 2016)–David Zimmer, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, today released the following statement. “On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I...
‘It’s a step in the right direction in regards to self-government’ says Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Chief
By Rick Garrick OJIBWAYS OF THE PIC RIVER FIRST NATION—Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Chief Duncan Michano says self-government and control over education are key reasons for his...