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Fresh eyes on Waskaganish

Fresh eyes on Waskaganish

For a southerner, the idea that Arctic waters are within reach of the family car might seem preposterous. But a paved road does reach James Bay, the southern extension of Hudson Bay, giving adventurous travellers an easy escape into remote […]

Attawapiskat crisis draws national attention to Cree community

Attawapiskat crisis draws national attention to Cree community

Suicide and attempted suicides have long plagued First Nations communities, where suicide rates can be two to 12 times higher than the Canadian average. A recent wave of suicide attempts in the Cree community of Attawapiskat – more than 100 […]