Author Archives: Lynda Powless

Chetwynd broadcaster with some Indigenous content has licence renewed after CRTC ‘admin error’ delay

August 26, 2025 234 views

By Ed Hitchins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Energeticcity.ca CHETWYND, B.C. — The nation’s broadcasting licence bureau has given a Chetwynd-based…

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Peace Métis branches support president suspended by B.C. organization

August 26, 2025 229 views

By Ed Hitchins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Energeticcity.ca FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — Regional Métis organizations from the Peace are…

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Brantford Police asking for public’s help in identifying man involved in shooting

August 26, 2025 313 views

BRANTFORD, ONT-Brantford police are seeking the public’s help in locating a man they believe responsible for a shooting outside a…

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Chiefs capture yet another Major Series Lacrosse title

August 26, 2025 281 views

By Sam Laskaris Writer The Six Nations Chiefs have earned provincial bragging rights for a third straight year. But make…

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In the news today: Carney unveils energy agreement with Germany

August 26, 2025 365 views

Carney unveils energy agreement with Germany Canada is signing a critical minerals partnership with Germany that encourages the joint public…

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After Trump and Congress spending cuts, public media stations wait on money for emergency alerts

August 26, 2025 250 views

By Gabriela Aoun Angueira Warning: This may be an actual emergency — as far as emergencies about emergencies go, at…

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Alberta seeking public input in establishing nuclear power industry

August 26, 2025 245 views

By Lauren Krugel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she expects the private sector to lead the way on potentially bringing…

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First Nations ‘making history’ to buy B.C. port terminal that moves critical minerals

August 26, 2025 237 views

By Nono Shen Two First Nations have formed a joint partnership with a transport company to purchase the Port of…

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Woman being sued for calling four others ‘pretendians’ says she’s protecting identity

August 26, 2025 284 views

By Alessia Passafiume A First Nations woman is being sued for calling four women “pretendians,” with the plaintiffs seeking more…

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Details of canoe building program shared at Chiefs of Ontario wellness conference

August 26, 2025 265 views

By Sam Laskaris, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Windspeaker.com Sylvia Plain is a firm believer in mixing things up a bit.…

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Alberta seeking public input in establishing nuclear power industry

August 26, 2025 233 views

By Lauren Krugel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she expects the private sector to lead the way on potentially bringing…

River downing the Edmonton Miners 9-6. (Photo by Sam Laskaris)

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Rivermen down Miners for first victory at The Prezzy

August 26, 2025 235 views

Rivermen down the Edmonton Miners 9-6. (Photo by Sam Laskaris) By Sam Laskaris Writer The Six Nations Rivermen got a…

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First Nations partnership to buy B.C. port terminal that moves critical minerals

August 25, 2025 429 views

By Nono Shen Two First Nations have formed a joint partnership with a transport company to purchase the Port of…

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Bowhead whale research project hires Iglulik and Clyde River guides

August 25, 2025 464 views

By William Koblensky Varela, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Nunavut News A Department of Fisheries and Oceans study on the population…

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‘Announcements don’t actually put shovels on the ground’

August 25, 2025 356 views

By Chantel Downes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Lakeland This Week Cyr told council, “I am looking forward to having a…

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Vigils held across Canada for Norwegian adventurer found dead

August 25, 2025 405 views

By Marissa Lentz-McGrath, Local Journalism Initiative, TimminsToday.com Communities from Hudson Bay to Norway are mourning the loss of Steffen Skjøttelvik,…

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First Nation leads effort to protect sacred sites

August 25, 2025 390 views

By Marissa Lentz-McGrath, Local Journalism Initiative, TimminsToday.com MATTAGAMI FIRST NATION – Sacred sites across Mattagami First Nation territory are being…