Anishinabek News

The Anishinabek News began in 1988 as a tabloid-style newspaper aimed at promoting pride and sharing information about the Anishinabek Nation's current events, culture, political goals, and achievements. This publication is produced by the Union of Ontario Indians (UOI), which was founded in 1949 to serve as the political representative for the communities that make up the Anishinabek Nation.

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White Owl Film Studios celebrates National Canadian Film Day

1 week ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickWAHNAPITAE — White Owl Film Studios in Wahnapitae First Nation plans to feature a film narrated by Indigenous actor Adam Beach as part of its celebration for National Canadian Film Day on April 16. Launched in 2014, National Canadian Film Day is a nationwide initiative presented by Reel Canada to spotlight Canadian films, voices, and creative talent.
Sault Ste. Marie-Algoma riding NDP candidate calls for better healthcare accessibility in Northern Ontario

1 week ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickMISSISSAUGA #8 FIRST NATION — Anishinaabekwe lawyer Laura Mayer is calling for better healthcare accessibility in Northern Ontario during her election campaign as the NDP candidate in the newly formed Sault Ste. Marie–Algoma riding. “Too many people in Sault Ste.
Long Lake #58 offers transformational program from community members

2 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickTHUNDER BAY — Long Lake #58 recently held a 10-day detox program for community members dealing with addictions at the Best Western Plus NorWester Hotel and Conference Centre in Thunder Bay. “We brought members down from the reserve and we’re here trying to help them on their healing journey, get away from the drugs and alcohol and really start to deal with the trauma,” says Kyle Arnold, community support worker specializing in addiction at Long Lake #58.
Former Mississauga #8 First Nation Chief raising awareness on diabetes management

2 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickMISSISSAUGA #8 FIRST NATION — Former Mississauga #8 First Nation Chief Bob Chiblow is raising awareness of the need to take diabetes more seriously with his cautionary tale after almost losing his foot due to diabetes-related complications. “I had an issue with my foot a couple of years ago — my sugar was high and I wasn’t taking my pills,” Chiblow says.
Anishinaabe musicians featured with the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra

2 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickTHUNDER BAY — Anishinaabe musicians Natasha Fisher and Sara Kae were featured during the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra’s (TBSO) Natasha Fisher concert on March 28 at the DaVinci Centre in Thunder Bay. “It was really a beautiful collaboration with the Thunder Bay Symphony and two beautiful young First Nation women,” says Fort William Chief Michele Solomon.
Stable, long-term funding essential for equitable education access and economic growth in Indigenous communities

3 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickM’CHIGEENG — The Indigenous Institutes Consortium (IIC), which represents Kenjgewin Teg and six other Indigenous-owned institutions, is calling on the federal government to address the chronic underfunding of Indigenous post-secondary education and fulfill reconciliation commitments. “We’ve been advocating our message, I would say, for many years,” says Beverley Roy, president at Kenjgewin Teg.
Protecting water a key discussion at Anishinabek Nation Water Consortium

3 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Rick Garrick

By Rick GarrickLITTLE CURRENT — The importance of protecting water was featured during the presentations and panel discussions at the Anishinabek Nation Water Consortium gathering, held March 18-19 at the Manitoulin Hotel and Conference Centre in Little Current. “I came here to talk about the legal personhood initiative that we’ve got going on in Rice Lake,” says Alderville First Nation Chief Taynar Simpson.
Madahbee Leach contributes details on reconciliation action plans at Toronto conference

3 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Sam Laskaris

By Sam LaskarisTORONTO – Besides serving as the general manager of the Waubetek Business Development Corporation since 1988, Dawn Madahbee Leach is also a member of numerous prestigious Indigenous boards and committees. Madahbee Leach, a member of Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation on Manitoulin Island, is also a frequent speaker at numerous conferences. For example, she was a panellist at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference, held earlier this month in Toronto.
Aamjiwnaang First Nation citizen awarded Coronation Medal

3 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Sam Laskaris

By Sam LaskarisPETAWAWA – An Indigenous sergeant in the Canadian military has been honoured with a King Charles III Coronation Award. Jeff Plain, a member of Aamjiwnaang First Nation in southwestern Ontario, received his accolade at a recent battalion ceremony at the Canadian Forces Base in Petawawa, where he is currently stationed. The town of Petawawa is about 160 kilometres northwest of the Canadian capital of Ottawa.
Curve Lake citizen offers insight on Indigenous rights and engagement at Toronto conference

4 weeks ago | anishinabeknews.ca | Sam Laskaris

By Sam LaskarisTORONTO – Saga Williams has spent more than 20 years being involved not only in land claims settlements, but also various high-profile projects since being called to the bar. These initiatives include energy, mining, and economic, and policy development initiatives. Williams, a member of Curve Lake First Nation, was also a speaker earlier this month at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference held in Toronto.