‘Respecting other truths’
By Christine Smith (McFarlane) TORONTO – Respecting other peoples’ truths are at the heart of attempts to create reconciliation between First Peoples and others who...
Harper tarnishing Canada’s reputation: Hare
UOI OFFICES – The conservative government is costing Canada its perceived reputation as a champion of human rights. That was Anishinabek Nation Deputy Grand Chief...
Nepean Redskins Football Club to voluntarily change name and logo
Ottawa, September 19, 2013 – After thoughtful reflection and discussions with the community, the Nepean Redskins Football Club has voluntarily decided to change the name...
It’s not just cows that are stupid
By Maurice Switzer There’s a fairly large consensus that cows are stupid. This is the normal reaction of anyone who has tried to use a...
Tipi teachings bring clan system to life
By Kelly Crawford NIPISSING FN – Tipis were arranged in the dodemaag (Clan) structure at the Anishinabek Eshkeniijig Engagement 2013 held August 20-22. Seventy Anishinabek...
Ojibwe immersion school opens its doors to Anishinabek youth
By Beverley Carter M’CHIGEENG FN – The first day of an Ojibwe immersion school was Sept. 4 for 13 kindergarten children attending Mnidoo Mnising Anishinabek...
Pole walking a better workout
By Amy Campbell Everybody walks, but may not know how to make pole walking everyday activity into a special workout that uses over 600 muscles...
Indian Agents skimmed resource revenue funds
By Dr. Rhonda Telford When Britain stopped its £20,000 parliamentary grant to Canada, which had paid for the presents from the Queen and the administration...
Manomin (wild rice) beds located across Treaty 20
Jeff Beaver has spent this summer restoring wild rice beds and documenting Manomin beds throughout Treaty 20, Williams Treaty territory where Ontario has said it...
Spawning assessment complete
By Maureen Peltier GARDEN RIVER FN – As one of 62 organizations across Ontario to successfully garner Species at Risk Stewardship Funding, the Anishinabek/Ontario Fisheries...
Hamhawk Hazard has to go: fire chief
By Sharon Weatherall BEAUSOLEIL FN – The First Nation chief and his community’s fire chief agree that Hamhawk Hazard has to go. “It is demeaning...
Ruffo’s first film featured Sept. 27 on APTN
OTTAWA – Anishinaabe writer Armand Ruffo’s first feature film, “A Windigo Tale”, will be a featured Friday night movie Sept. 27 on the Aboriginal Peoples...
Anishinabek grads include first ‘spirit award’ winners
By Marci Becking NIPISSING FN – The first Elaine R. Kelly Spirit Awards were given out at the Anishinabek Educational Institute’s convocation on August 24....
Anishinabek leaders in fight against FASD
UOI OFFICES – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee says every day should be recognized as International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day. “Just...
Fontaine honoured for lifelong dedication
The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business has announced that the 2013 recipient of the Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations is Phil Fontaine O.C., O.M....