Anishinabek Nation hosts virtual E’Dbendaagzijig conference
By Rick Garrick ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY — Fort William First Nation’s Damien Lee highlighted his adoption as an infant by the MacLaurin family during his...
Anishinabek Nation honours creator of the Debwewin Citations
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (May 11, 2022) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe announced today that Maurice Switzer Bnesi, a citizen of the...
Extensive efforts in language preservation underway by Lakehead University
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William First Nation Chief Peter Collins highlighted the loss of Anishinaabemowin skills in his community during Lakehead University’s...
Moose Hide Campaign welcomes TELUS partnership through $150,000 commitment to stand up against violence towards women and children
This three year commitment and donation supporting the Moose Hide Campaign – a grassroots movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous men and boys who are standing...
The Power of Family Memories series: Rebecca Loucks
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...
‘Class action lawsuits should not be needed for basic rights to be recognized,’ stresses Chief Emily Whetung
By Rick Garrick OTTAWA — Curve Lake Gimaa Kwe Emily Whetung stressed that class action lawsuits should not be needed for basic rights to be...
North Bay renames beach to Shaabegiizhig Jiibiik in act of reconciliation
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— “It is a good gesture to reconciliation and land acknowledgement,” says Nipissing First Nation Chief Scott McLeod on the...
Audible’s Indigenous Writers’ Circle program celebrates Indigenous storytelling and now accepting applications
NEWARK, NJ (April 28, 2022) – Audible has embarked on a mission to elevate the voices of Indigenous peoples in Canada in an effort to...
Staying active is fun with the North Bay Indigenous Hub
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY— Thanks to the North Bay Indigenous Hub, this year’s March break had kids keeping fit and learning hockey tips...
Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg artist honoured with Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg artist Candace Twance was honoured to be recognized with the Native Women in the Arts (NWIA) 7th...
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...