What if Six Nations never existed?
Although I am born and raised a Six Nations rez girl, my matrilineal ancestry is not Haudenosaune but British. My parents settled onto Six Nations…
Nahnda Garlow
Nahnda Garlow is former writer for the Two Row Times. Stories have been archived for continuity.
A “decolonized” diet researched by University of Northern Michigan
A team from the University of Northern Michigan launched a study into the effects on the human body when consuming foods indigenous to the Great…
To vote or not to vote: that is the question
There are many people who abstain from federal politics on our territory. This position of abstinence is rooted in the atrocious act of the way…
Six Nations helping Caledonia woman get life saving treatment
For nearly three years Caledonia resident Shelby MacNeil has been suffering the debilitating effects of late stage chronic Lyme Disease. After suddenly falling ill with…
New perspectives on old traditions
I had a really great visit with a woman from my community earlier this month. She told me that she doesn’t do Christmas. “What?!” I…
My five cents worth on injustice before my morning coffee
It was a cold and peaceful morning. My alarm went off and gently beckoned me, ‘Rise and shine sweetheart! It’s 7am! Time to get up,…
Update: Six Nations Child Welfare Designation
The Six Nations Child Welfare Designation, also known as Ogwadeni:deo, is well on its way to becoming a fully operating child welfare organization providing child…
Five ways you can age gracefully
Here’s some great tips on how to age well and enjoy the journey: Although we all experience aches and pains as we age, maintaining a…
Whey Smooth: Fresh Juice Bar opens
The highly anticipated grand opening of Whey Smooth Juice Bar in Caledonia was held over the weekend. Owned and operated by Six Nations Mark Hill,…
Assembly of First Nations to vote in next National Chief
This month, the Assembly of First Nations 2014 Election for the Office of the National Chief will take place on December 10th in Winnipeg during…
Indigenous woman seeks to change the name of Buffalo’s Squaw Island
BUFFALO, NY – A Mohawk woman has appealed to the Buffalo Common Council to change the name of “Squaw Island” – a name she and…
Tantoo Cardinal to receive ACTRA Award of Excellence
You would be hard pressed to find another indigenous actress better known than Tantoo Cardinal. She has appeared in television and film for more than…
Soar above the storm like an eagle
This weekend as I was daydreaming and looking out my window the sunny skies suddenly began to change and a huge storm rolled in. Black…
Sayer Home Hardware: over 60 years of service
For over 60 years the people of Hagersville have relied on the quality service of the Sayer family for their hardware needs. In 1953 the…
A quiet and snow-covered gift
One of my favorite visualizations of the Rez is how quiet it gets in the winter. Close your eyes for a minute and dream it.…