THUNDER BAY, ON: The Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Executive Council has issued the following statement as prolific Omushkigo Elder and renown storyteller Louis Penishish (Bird) began his journey to the Spirit World last night: “The sky was rumbling when we heard that our dear friend began his Spirit Journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler is supporting the recommendations being sought by the family of the late Kevin Mamakwa to close the Thunder Bay District Jail, where Kevin tragically passed away in 2020: “This inquest has been a difficult process for Kevin’s family, friends, and the community of Kingfisher…

Ginoogaming First Nation, ON – Chief Sheri Taylor and Council have issued the following statement as the Government of Ontario has failed to respond to the ongoing crisis caused by drugs and crime that have plagued our community:  “It was deeply insulting to see Indigenous Services Minister Greg Rickford boast about ‘economic reconciliation’ and ‘shared prosperity’ for First Nations while celebrating the so-called gateway to the Ring of Fire when the province has left us on our own to fight a growing crisis that is crippling our community.  While the Minister…