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Where’s the best spot for the new Brantford-Brant

August 20, 2025 941 views

By Celeste Percy-Beauregard, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Hamilton Spectator The search for a new hospital site in Brantford-Brant has…

Politics… what’s that?

August 20, 2025 1184 views

Six Nations Elected Council (SNEC) has found a way to keep its travel costs down…at least they should be. The…

Today in History

August 20, 2025 865 views

Aug 17 In 1998, an armed standoff in the Gaspe by Mi’kmaq factions and Quebec governments over native timber rights…

This faded historical photo features my grandfather James Kataquapit who was Chief of Attawapiskat in 1945. Here we see him standing with a hat and pin signifying his leadership. His wife Janie Kataquapit is standing at the door. Chief Kataquapit was also a veteran of the First World War. From L-R are his children: Thomas, Marius, Celine, David, Gabriel and Alex. Missing are brothers George and Leo. (Photo supplied by Kataquapit family )

UNDER THE NORTHERN SKY Attawapiskat First Nation Election 2025

August 20, 2025 890 views

Xavier Kataquapit Writer My home community of Attawapiskat First Nation will be holding a local election this month on August…

Six Nations member John Monture Jr. won the men’s category at last week’s Indigenous Ontario Golf Championship. Photo by Gregory Mitchell.

Six Nations golfer wins provincial Indigenous tourament

August 20, 2025 1143 views

By Sam Laskaris Writer John Monture Jr. was able to convincingly silence some of his critics. The Six Nations member…

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Rivermen hoping for success at national Presidents Cup tournament

August 20, 2025 1029 views

By Sam Laskaris Writer The Six Nations Rivermen are mere days away from participating in their national Presidents Cup tournament.…

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Attack captures B championship at provincials

August 20, 2025 995 views

By Sam Laskaris Writer The Grand River Attack did end up winning a championship this past weekend. But it wasn’t…

Kahnawà:ke Police arrest a man after reports of a gun being fired into a crowd. A crowd had gathered outside with accusations of online photos of women being used inappropriately. (Supplied Photo)

Kahnawà:ke police arrest man after crowd descends on house

August 13, 2025 1386 views

Kahnawà:ke community defends women after online photos used in sexual acts posted online By Lynda Powless Editor The Mohawk Council of…

Federal cuts to First Nations could hit $4.51 billion by 2028-2029

August 13, 2025 1626 views

By Lynda Powless Editor At least one First Nation may be fighting back against federal government plans that could see First…

Councillor Amos Key appointed to school building committee

August 13, 2025 1102 views

A long-time supporter of Indigenous language and the Six Nations community will help oversee the construction of Kawenni:io/Gaweni:yo Private Elementary…

Detection dogs to search former residential school site near Chapleau

August 13, 2025 438 views

By Marissa Lentz-McGrath, Local Journalism Initiative, TimminsToday.com CHAPLEAU – Members of three First Nations are working together to investigate the…

Six Nations policed impaired driving charges

August 13, 2025 1071 views

OHSWEKEN, ON- Six Nations Police have charged seven people in separate impaired driving-related incidents in less than a month. SNP…

Work on Iroquois Lodge roof coming, bid approved in-camera

August 13, 2025 1071 views

Roof repairs will begin at the Iroquois Lodge in the coming weeks. On August 7, SIx Nations Elected Council (SNEC)…

Rabies-positive bat in Brantford-Brant area stay safe

August 13, 2025 1056 views

The Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) has confirmed a bat found in Brantford-Brant tested positive for the rabies virus. T…

Ground search at the former Mohawk Institute Residential School began Nov. 09, 2021.

Six Nations keeping Mohawk Institute searches alive

August 13, 2025 513 views

By Lynda Powless Editor Ground searches are underway again at the former Mohawk Institute Residential School. Laura Arndt, executive director…

Be fire safe in hot weather

August 13, 2025 970 views

In hot weather, fire safety is crucial due to the increased risk of wildfires and accidental fires. To prevent fires…

Build a pipeline…or consent?

August 13, 2025 1315 views

Prime Minister Mark Carney is calling on the Metis to work with him to help change Canada’s ‘economic trajectory’ Hmmm…to…

Today in History

August 13, 2025 904 views

August 11 In 1984 -Alwyn Morris and Hugh Fisher Win Gold. Alwyn Morris and Hugh Fisher won Gold in the…

Six Nations Chiefs' defender Tyson Bell (white jersey) hugs an opponent from the Owen Sound North Stars following his team playoff series sweep on Saturday. Photo by Darryl Smart.

Chiefs advance to league final and await next opponent

August 13, 2025 1137 views

By Sam Laskaris Writer The Six Nations Chiefs have to beat just one more opponent before they can book some…

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4th Annual Indigenous Ontario Championship Returns to Six Nations with Record Field

August 13, 2025 1106 views

By BVM Sportsdesk The fourth annual Indigenous Ontario Championship is set to take place from August 11–13 at Six Nations…

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