Letter to the editor: Amherstburg: what’s in a name?
Previously published in the Windsor Star Tourism promoters call Amherstburg “one of the prettiest and oldest communities in Southwest Ontario!” Unfortunately, say historians, the picturesque...
Waaseyaa Couchie connects kids to culture and music in Ukelele U
By Kelly Anne Smith NIPISSING FIRST NATION — Waaseyaa Couchie had an exciting summer being in front of the camera working on a new TV...
Ontario lawyer offers tips on vaccines and child custody matters
By Laura E. Young SUDBURY— While the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated life, some things seem to remain the same in terms of children and custody....
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg citizen set to retire from long-standing journalism career
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Biigtigong Nishnaabeg’s Ron Desmoulins is planning to retire from CBC Thunder Bay in early 2022 after performing every role...
Sagamok Anishinawbek observes Ensa bezhik binoojiinh kchi twaawendaagzi Giizhgat – Every One Child is Very Sacred Day
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...
Fort William First Nation and Thunder Bay come together to honour Indian Residential School children and Survivors
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...
Shania Kids Can announces partnership with Shkoday Abinojiiwak Obimiwedoon and United Way of Thunder Bay to support the well-being of children in Thunder Bay
NEW YORK (October 5, 2021) — As part of the United Way’s strategic priority to enhance Indigenous Collaboration, and in seeking partners who share their...
Curve Lake First Nation’s Dalyn Wakely shoots and scores
By Kelly Anne Smith NORTH BAY – A Nipissing First Nation billet encouraged all of the North Bay Battalion to be culturally mindful during Truth...
New summer internship program announced for Indigenous students at Lakehead University
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Chippewas of Rama First Nation and Fort William First Nation Chiefs Ted Williams and Peter Collins are looking forward...
University Of Sudbury and Kenjgewin Teg announces agreement ‘By, for and with’ Indigenous peoples
SUDBURY (October 7, 2021) – The University of Sudbury is pleased to announce that it is fulfilling the commitment made by the Board of Governors...
Letter to the editor: Support for legal claim to challenge the ongoing impacts of enfranchisement
Greetings!! I am writing this article as a proud member and Councillor of the Henvey Inlet First Nation (HIFN). While I am currently a member...
Mental wellness campaign encourages kindness, acceptance, culture, and compassion
By Rick Garrick TORONTO– The Soar Above Stigma campaign was recently launched to champion messages of Kindness, Acceptance, Culture, and Compassion by the First Peoples...
8th annual Rockin’ Recovery event helps educate, raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding addiction
By Rick Garrick THUNDER BAY — Rockin’ Recovery 2021 featured local stories of recovery from addiction, a comedy set by Biigtigong Nishnaabeg’s Janine Desmoulin, and...
Robinson Huron Treaty Anishinabek deliver petition to the office of the Governor General of Canada and the Lieutenant Governor for Ontario
OTTAWA (September 5, 2021) — In a historic moment, the 21 First Nations of the Robinson-Huron Treaty are calling on Canada and Ontario to engage...
RBC expands and relaunches scholarship program to support Indigenous, Black and all future-focused youth
500+ young Canadians will benefit from RBC Future Launch scholarships – including tailored resources developed with input from diverse business, academic, and non-profit leaders TORONTO...