The National Outfitters Hunting and Fishing show had three Cree booths this year. On hand were Osprey Excursions, Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association (COTA) and the Cree Nation of Mistissini tourism people. They had a great presence at a show […]
UPDATES
New paediatric guidelines say to start risky foods early and often
March 1, 2019 at 4:55 pmThe Canadian Paediatric Society is now recommending the introduction of foods such as peanuts and eggs for at-risk children as..
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Indigenous singer iskwē shines in Montreal
March 15, 2019 at 3:23 pmHer full traditional name – Waseskwan Iskwew – translates as Blue Sky Woman. But iskwē believes she has come from the stars. The..
SPORTS
New-look Rupert River Cup tournament provides thrills and surprises
March 29, 2019 at 3:56 pmChanges to the format and scheduling at this year’s Rupert River Cup made for exciting game play at the hockey and broomball..
In The Issue
Taking Part in Olympic History
For the first time in Canadian history, Canada’s Aboriginals will not just be a token mention at the Olympic and Paralympics Games but a full-fledged partner and the official hosts as well. The Four Host First Nations (FHFN) for the […]
Constructing the Future
While it has always been said that two heads are better than one, imagine the potential of a few hundred heads gathered in Val d’Or for a two-day event that will focus on construction in Eeyou Istchee? The idea behind […]
Winds of Change
Over the decades, the Crees have had many natural-resource projects thrust upon their territory. For as much as the funds have been rolled out in compensation for the use – or rather destruction – of their traditional territory, one thing […]
Something to Celebrate
When an Aboriginal-related story hits the airwaves or the headlines, chances are that there’s usually a negative angle to it with Indigenous people once again facing a loss of rights or decimation at the hands of government, big business or […]
Dear President Obama
We, the students, staff, teachers and administration of Ecole Wabannutao Eeyou School in the Cree Nation of Eastmain, Quebec, Canada, are delighted to be able to take this opportunity to congratulate you today. We would like you to know that […]
Aboriginal Actors Get a Shot at the Twilight Sequel
The young-adult vampire romance series, starring breakout actor Robert Pattinson, will be holding three open casting calls within the Vancouver area. Posted on the classified-ad website, Craig’s List, the ad calls for “First Nations/Aboriginal actors and actresses between the ages […]
Chief John Beaucage Bids for Chief of the AFN
Alongside youth, chiefs and grassroots supporters, Beaucage made the announcement at a press conference in Ottawa on February 3. Anishinabek Grand Council Chief John Beaucage, from Ontario, has tossed his hat into the ring to be the next leader of […]
Mike Holmes to Talk Construction with the Crees
Home renovation superstar and host of HGTV’s Holmes on Homes, Mike Holmes has been announced as the motivational speaker at the upcoming Cree Construction Conference, Build With Vision. The conference will take place March 11-12 at the Hotel Forestel in […]
Speeding up the Rupert River Project for Obama
U.S. President Barack Obama is the reason behind Quebec Energy Minister Claude Béchard direct order to Hydro-Québec to speed up the construction of two hydro-dam projects. With the U.S. expressing more interest in renewable energy, Béchard has given Hydro-Québec six […]