The Grand Council Treaty#3 is delighted to extend its heartfelt congratulations to the recently traditionally selected members of the Treaty#3 Women’s Executive Council, also known as Gaagiigidoo Ikwewag. We applaud the re-selection of Mona Gordon (North) and Brittany Cobiness (West) for their unwavering dedication and experience, which they bring to […]
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By Dave Baxter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Winnipeg Sun
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Winnipeg Sun
Two First Nations leaders say they feel certain that the Manitoba PC’s decision to campaign on a promise not to search a landfill for human remains of Indigenous women turned off Manitoba voters, and was one of the reasons the PCs and Heather Stefanson were defeated in Tuesday’s provincial election. […]
By Miranda Leybourne
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Brandon Sun
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Brandon Sun
Indigenous groups in the province and across the country are celebrating Wab Kinew becoming the premier-elect in Manitoba, making him the first First Nations person to do so. Wabanakwut (Wab) Kinew has served as the leader of the Manitoba New Democratic Party (NDP) and the leader of the Opposition since […]
Scare in the Square – Come see some horror movies in the Rainy Lake Square to get you in a spooky mood for Halloween. Wed. Oct. 11 Nightmare on Elm St. and Wed. Oct. 18 featuring Scream. Snacks available cash only, Alcohol for purchase through Flint House. Other Vendors on […]
Press release
The Ontario government is protecting and supporting workers by committing to create Canada’s first-ever Occupational Exposure Registry to track harmful exposure levels, help diagnose workplace diseases faster, improve worker compensation, and reduce costs to the healthcare system. The registry will help address many of the 41 recommendations resulting from the […]
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The students at the Fort Frances Nursery School got out their knives and veggies, and worked hard to prepare a Thanksgiving soup, which they shared together for snack time. It was enjoyed by everyone!
By Kevin Jeffrey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Tbay Newswatch
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Tbay Newswatch
An injection of provincial dollars will help fund the number of beds at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. Health Minister Sylvia Jones made the announcement Thursday of nearly $7.8 million for 34 beds aimed to support alternative level of care, transitional beds and acute mental health beds. “This […]
By Patrick Quinn
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Nation
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Nation
As still smouldering fires are left for the changing seasons to extinguish, Indigenous firefighters and emergency coordinators across Canada are looking back at this summer’s disastrous wildfires to improve future responses. These discussions were a focus at this year’s Indigenous Public Safety Conference, held September 14-15 in Montreal. It was […]
Press release
Confederation College is excited to announce its Community Partners’ Evening taking place on October 12, 2023. This prestigious fundraising event will be held at the College’s main campus in Ryan Hall at the Shuniah Building from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. As an integral part of the college’s calendar, the Community […]
Press Release
DRYDEN — The Ontario government is providing $113,419 to help the Dryden OPP provide specialized support to people who are experiencing a mental health crisis. The funding is being delivered through the Mobile Crisis Response Team Enhancement Grant program and enables police to utilize trained crisis workers when responding to […]
