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...
Author provides details on history and importance of treaties
By Sam Laskaris Maurice Switzer continues to provide pertinent information on treaties. Switzer’s book titled We Are All Treaty People was produced by the Ontario...
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services’ in-person Traditional Pow Wow a great success
By Rick Garrick SUDBURY — Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services’ Traditional Pow Wow was a success with some 120 registered dancers on March 26 at...
First Nations Youth connect with STEM mentors at OFNTSC summit
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — The Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation’s 2022 First Nations Youth STEM Summit included presentations by Fort William Elder...
Fort William citizen elected as trustee with Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Fort William First Nation’s Sarah Pelletier looks forward to taking on the Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board (TBCDSB)...
Provincial federation of friendship centres publishes new book
By Sam Laskaris TORONTO – The Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres (OFIFC) now has a new way to show off its accomplishments. The group...