The Eastmain runoff election on April 8 resulted in a change in leadership in the coastal community. Kenneth Cheezo received 189 votes (60%) of the 313 that were cast, while incumbent Chief Johnny Tomatuk garnered 121. In the first round […]
In The Issue
– Ottawa announces disaster funding
The Harper government announced federal assistance May 5 to help Quebec’s First Nations deal with forest fires and flooding in their territories. Ottawa said it is investing $288,500 to help prepare First Nations communities for natural disasters. However, none of […]
A heartfelt thank you
No words could ever express our appreciation for the love and support you have shown us after the passing of my husband, Charlie Gunner, the father to our children, Demera, Kobee, Cherysh and Delayna. We are deeply grateful for your […]
Chibougamau protest targets logging abuses
Residents of Mistissini and Nemaska residents gathered in Chibougamau recently to protest forestry abuses in their territories, taking advantage of a visit from Natural Resources Minister Laurent Lessard to register their disgust over clear cutting and other practices by forestry […]
Report says inadequate Kashechewan dike puts community at risk
For many Crees, the spring thaw is associated with warmer weather and the pleasures of goose break. For the residents of Kashechewan First Nation however, the change of season is a time of destructive flooding and a grim annual evacuation. […]
Cree hunters subject to a ‘high-risk take down’ outside of Ottawa
When Wayne Rabbitskin headed south from his home in Chibougamou, he figured that he was going to have some adventures on his trip to Las Vegas. He didn’t expect that the real adventure was going to take place on the […]
-Olympic skater visits Chisasibi
Olympic bronze medalist and six-time Canadian champion figure skater Joannie Rochette paid a visit to Chisasibi April 15 and 16 to take part in the community’s annual Ice Show. In an interview with CBC, Rochette said that this was her […]
-BOC/CreeCo tee up for Willie’s Place
Beleaguered Willie’s Place in Val-d’Or was looking for people and organizations with a heart. The Board of Compensation and CreeCo have stepped up to the plate to help the homeless in the city. Chair and President Jack Blacksmith confirmed that […]
-Cree theatre recognized
The Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute of Oujé-Bougoumou has won national recognition from the Canadian Museums Association for their theatrical program of Mind’s Eye: Stories from the Heart of Eeyou Istchee. Directed by playwright Shirley Cheechoo and involving young actors from […]
-Budget blues for First Nations
The federal budget unveiled by Conservative Finance Minister Joe Oliver April 21 – months late – was notable for the scant news it had for Canada’s First Nations communities. In fact, Oliver didn’t mention the word “Aboriginal” or “First Nation” […]