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Federal government gives local First Nation $4.1 million in compensation for withheld salaries
By Bailey Sutherland Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Beardy’s and Okemasis Cree Nation has reached a historical settlement with the Government of Canada for compensation over 66 years of withheld salaries from the community’s leadership by the Crown after they were associated with the Northwest Rebellion. Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Marc Miller announced Monday that the Canadian Government would be giving Beardy’s and Okemasis $4.1 million to reflect the financial value of the funds withheld from 1885 to 1951. ` “Canada,…
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Covid Update
As of March 1 the province of Ontario has scrapped the vaccine passport and capacity restrictions in businesses. Although Six Nations did not endorse use of the vaccine passport it did move to follow provincial restrictions. On March 1 Health Canada released a statement warning against potential risks associated with injesting or skin coming into contact with COVID-19 rapid antigen test liquid which is potentially hazardous, but said the kits are safe and effective when used correctly. Test kits include…
Six Nations News
Four nominated in Six Nations by-election
By Lynda Powless Editor Four people are vying for a spot on Six Nations elected council…
Sports News
Editorial
Election time…send message change is needed
Six Nations is in by-election mode. With the resignation last month of one of its councillors…
Special Reports
Six Nations library holds history on its shelves in over 100 year old building
By Victoria Gray, Writer Photos by Victoria Gray The history of Six Nations is held in…
Press Releases
City launches Digital Service Squad to help small businesses adopt online technologies
Brantford, ON – In partnership with the Downtown Brantford BIA, the Brantford-Brant Business Resource Enterprise Centre…
World News
Ukraine officials come under shelling attack on front
By Dasha Litvinova THE ASSOCIATED PRESS MOSCOW (AP)-Top Ukrainian military officials came under a shelling attack during a tour of the front of the separatist conflict in eastern Ukraine. The officials fled to a bomb shelter before hustling from the area, according to journalist from The Associated Press who was on the tour. Earlier Saturday, separatist leaders in eastern Ukraine ordered a full military mobilization Saturday amid a spike of violence in the war-torn region and fears in the West…
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Federal government gives local First Nation $4.1 million in compensation for withheld salaries
By Bailey Sutherland Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Beardy’s and Okemasis Cree Nation has reached a historical…
Ottawa should offer Indigenous language training, exemptions to public servants: memo
By Stephanie Taylor THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA- Senior civil servants explored offering Indigenous-language training to federal…
80 years later, Navajo Code Talker marks group’s early days
PHOENIX (AP)- It’s been 80 years since the first Navajo Code Talkers joined the Marines, transmitting…
Rivermen sweep Rock to capture Ontario Series Lacrosse championship
By Sam Laskaris Writer The Six Nations Rivermen dominated their Ontario league this season. And now…
New life for Neechi Commons
By Dave Baxter Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new agreement will see a new tenant move…
Remains of priest removed from Quebec Mohawk community after sex abuse allegations
By Jacob Serebrin THE CANADIAN PRESS MONTREAL- The remains of a priest alleged to have sexually…
Indigenous leaders question Near North Board’s reaction to vandalism
By Jennifer Ashawasegai-Pereira Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Near North District School Board has recently decided…
Brantford Police arrest two wanted for murder
BRANTFORD-Two people wanted for First Degree Murder in the death of a city man have been…
NDP decry Indigenous child welfare stats
By Ryan Clarke Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Critics are calling for the Alberta government to decolonize…
Ohsweken man faces multiple charges after fleeing police
By Bree Duwyn Writer SIX NATIOSN OF THE GRAND RIVER- Six Nations Police arrested a man…
Ahousaht First Nation receives $8.3 million for new bighouse
By Melissa Renwick Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Ahousaht, BC – As community members from Ahousaht First…
Poll suggests most Canadians view Pope’s apology as step toward reconciliation
By Brittany Hobson THE CANADIAN PRESS A poll suggests more than half of Canadians viewed the…
Beavers to be culled for Site C wetland logging
By Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Work is expected to ramp up this fall on…
Yukon Indigenous safety summit discusses emergency preparedness, substance use
By Lawrie Crawford Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The first-ever Indigenous Community Safety Summit was held in…
Dehcho preparing detailed self government proposal
By Caitrin Pilkington Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Dehcho First Nations negotiators are pushing for regional consensus…
Quebec rejects plea to send army to northern region facing health worker shortage
By Virginie Ann THE CANADIAN PRESS MONTREAL -Quebec’s Health Department has rejected a request from officials…
Feds officially apologize for File Hills Scheme after nearly a century
By Marc Lalonde Local Journalism Initiative Reporter After nearly a quarter-century, the federal government has finally…
Chiefs sweep Kodiaks to advance to Major Series Lacrosse championship final
By Sam Laskaris Writer It took a bit longer than they wanted to. Actually, it took…
Fan favourite events return to 100th annual ‘Greatest Show in the Peace’
By Kirsta Lindstrom Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The 100th Dawson Creek Exhibition and Stampede is underway…
`JUST BEAMING’: Donated sports equipment having a huge impact in remote communities
By Dave Baxter Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Mel Whitesell has seen how lives can be changed…