True equality between nations

KANONHSTATON - The six nations territories had another unwarranted visit from Gary Mchale making a so-called citizens arrest.

A different perspective on the Kearns’ Machine

When the settlers disembarked from the Mayflower and stumbled ashore in 1620 we gave them the benefit of the doubt that their intentions were basically…

What if….

There are an endless number of opinions out there about the welfare of the Native peoples and whether or not their concerns are valid. Anyone…

A Strong Statement

This past Wednesday busloads of Onhkwehonh:we descended upon Parliament Hill to protest the impositions of Bills C-10 and C-33 and the grossly overlooked issue of…

The Beauty of Community

There is a saying that goes “it takes a village to raise a child.” Those words ring true to us. The 26th annual Community Awareness…

Atleo, the AFN and Idle No More

The resignation of National Chief Shawn Atleo was unprecedented. Never before has a leader of the Assembly of First Nations stepped down. Stating that he…

Every once in a while

Every once in a while we encounter someone that makes us stop and think about the world around us. It’s not like listening to an…

Homeless Cats

Earlier this week, Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s wife Laureen spoke at a TIFF Gala in Toronto, to raise money for homeless cats. During the Canadian…

Tonight is for homeless cats.

This statement is full of implications. Missing and murdered indigenous women are an issue that the Harper government continually refuses to address despite huge public…

Fear and Control

What frightens you? For some of us the impenetrable dark of night can be unsettling. Others fear the face of a clown or committing to…

Values and Appreciation

When we are born into this world we are a clean slate. Our needs are the most significant aspect of our survival. As we grow…

Being True

Have you ever been to Mexico and seen the beautiful turquoise waters embraced by fine white sand?  Taken a long appreciating look at the clear…

Double standards

In speaking only for myself and not the rest of the Elected Council, I believe there is a double standard in our community when it…

Justification

The world is a great big place and everyone has a part to play. We are born into this reality free from bias. How we…

Know your enemy

It appears that a “perfect storm” is brewing over the PM’s office on Parliament Hill as Haudenosaunee and Anishinabek organizations are pushing back against Bill…