In recognition of his contributions to working with Aboriginal communities from across Canada through his charitable organization, Gathering Nations Together (GNT), Kenny Blacksmith has been appointed to the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF). The CRRF originated out of an agreement […]
In The Issue
Crees victorious in court
Canada’s top court ruled in favour of the Grand Council of the Crees in regards to a six-year battle sparked by a mining company’s attempt to leave the Crees out of the equation when it came to obtaining mining permits […]
FAS makes Aboriginal Youth More Vulnerable to Gangs
A number of experts have said that youth suffering from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) are more susceptible to participating in gang activity. According to the Canadian Press, a number of doctors and social workers are coming forward saying that for […]
Setting the record straight about radon
To the editor: I would like to respond to accusations in the April 23 article published in The Nation (Vol. 17, No. 12) entitled “Uranium Update: Revisiting Strateco, their Mistissini opposition and the activism against the proposed uranium exploration project” […]
Still searching for missing Attawapiskat man
Attawapiskat hunter Ian Kamalatisit, 20, went missing April 11 after he failed to return home from his hunting camp. His ski-doo and belongings were later found floating on the ice not far from the community. The following day, a search […]
Hydro-Québec faces fight over La Romaine hydroelectric project
The Uashaunnuat (Innu Uashat Mak Mani-Utenam) filed a motion May 7 for an interlocutory injunction against the hydroelectric project, La Romaine. The proposed electric transmission lines run through the heart of traditional lands of the Uashaunnuat and Innu traditional families. […]
Osprey takes Bronze
Mistissini’s Osprey Lodge won the bronze medal in the “Lodging: Outfitters” category at the national Grands Prix du tourisme québécois gala that was held in Montreal’s Palais des Congrès May 7. James Bay and Eeyou Istchee was represented by a […]
A Tribute to Alayne Patricia Harrison Awashish
Alayne Patricia Harrison Awashish died from cancer on March 25, 2010. Alayne was born in Sherbrooke, Quebec on May 9, 1943. Her parents were Allan and Josephine Harrison. She was a strong supporter of her family. As a mother, she […]
Pow Wow Listings 2010
MAY May 21-23: Brown Bear Woman contest pow wow Location: Tsuu T’ina Nation, Calgary, Alberta Info: Coralee Starlight, 306-723-4966; killstwo@yahoo.com May 22-23: Issoitapiiksi Community contest pow wow Location: Levern, Alberta Info: Flora Scout, 403-894-2007 May 28-30: 31st Annual Odawa contest pow wow Location: […]
Gearing up to chill out
While many Crees are still out in the bush getting their first taste of the easier living that comes with warmer weather, the Nation has already set its sights on the future to help you plan out your vacation time. […]