In Indian Country we often say the trail of broken treaties is littered with good intentions. Many First Nations’ social and economic problems that could have been more easily and cheaply solved in the past have now grown to seemingly […]
Archive for February, 2014
Chisasibi man learns to cope with tragedy
On the morning of January 30, Chisasibi security guard Julian House was getting leave for camp with his cousin when he noticed something near the ski-doo trailers behind his house: a person in the snow. “My first thoughts were, ‘I […]
Win a FREE goose call for Goose Break 2014!
The Nation and Recall Designs are offering you the chance to win a hand-crafted acrylic goose call in time for Goose Break 2014. To enter, simply fill out the form below. Send us a photo from last year’s Goose […]
Sometimes the ink lasts longer than the love
Love is a strange thing. As a 25-year-old male, I admit that statement pretty much sums up my knowledge of it. With Valentine’s Day approaching, many are trying to figure out ways of expressing their love to their significant other. […]
Inauguration celebration: Local heavyweights weigh in on the new government
It was a coming together of the political forces that once stood opposed over Category III lands. Representatives of the Quebec government, the Cree and the neighbouring Jamésiens gathered in Waskaganish January 22 to formally celebrate a new government comprised […]
Valentine’s Day: The Nation’s 2014 guide to romantic escapes
Whether it’s about finding somewhere intimate for some romantic alone time with your partner, wining and dining, carefree shopping or just a quiet hour away from the hustle and bustle of life in a big family, a getaway to celebrate […]
Mohawks denounce First Nations Education Act as Idle No More holds Montreal teach-in
Montreal Idle No More organizer Melissa Mollen-Dupuis didn’t have high hopes for a big turnout to the Kahnawake demonstration against the Harper government’s First Nations Education Act (FNEA) on the morning of January 28. “It was so cold,” she said […]
Montreal Auto Show is a great mid-winter pick-me-up
Auto shows are a very convenient way to shop for a car, and the 46th edition of The Montreal Auto Show at the Palais des Congrès January 17-26 was no exception. If you are looking for a family car, Kia […]
A mouth full of problems
I had to deal with a tooth pain recently so I looked up a local dentist and made an appointment. Like most people, I dread going to see the dentist. Thankfully, my original problem was not too far advanced. After […]
Wooing, Cree style
Ahhh, Valentine’s Day, a day set aside for love, seduction and hopefully, more love. Today, Valentine’s Day is the only civic celebration that doesn’t have some sort of religion, authoritative icon, race or political endeavour about it, just plain old […]