Attempting to achieve unity without diversity leads to conformity.

The teachings of the Haudenosaunee people emphasize a place for all people to seek shelter under the long boughs of the Tree of Peace. And…

Missing and Murdered Women: We must tell the stories.

If all we are – as has been said by others – is the stories we tell each other, then what does it mean for…

Unity & Diversity Q&A

Attempting to achieve unity without diversity leads to conformity. The ancient teachings of the Haudenosaunee people emphasize the space for all people to seek shelter…

I’m not your Indian, bro

Since at least the year 1688 visitors to the Americas from across the Oceans have tried to claim ownership over us – the ‘Gwahon:we’ indigenous…

In memory of Misty Upham

Let us say Nia:wen/Thanks to the Great Natural Power for allowing us this beautiful day and to have in our presence good health and a…

The story of J.J. – her healing journey

Bring up the name J.J. to most Canadians and you’d likely see adults with furrowed brows and looks of deep solemnity falling across their faces.…

20th century tribes of fashion

Ever notice how annoying it is when somebody copies you? Although it’s said to be the “largest form of flattery” it’s still irritating. And for…

dogs coming in contact with a deadly neurological toxin

Editors, There have been two confirmed cases of dogs coming in contact with a deadly neurological toxin. The toxin is suspected to be located near…

Shondoweknowa

In the Canadian “just-us” system there are many tiers, trap doors, smoke and mirrors in a man made machine. It’s fuel? Red blood and tears…

In defense of myself and the land

My name is Nowendawih and I am under the wing of the Onondaga Beaver Clan – a natural born Haudenosaune of the Grand River Territory…

Be ready for when winter comes

I once had a good conversation with a American Anthropologist from Akwesasne. He was a very intelligent gentleman, but he couldn’t get over the fact…

Onkwehonwe Week in Review April-8-2015

Ojibway man walking from Victoria to Ottawa VICTORIA – On Saturday, March 28th, an Ojibway man from the Curve Lake First Nation started a five-month…

Anishinabek land defender and prankster marching across the country to bring attention to interpersonal violence

Hello sibling, [tweetable alt=””]Interpersonal violence is an everyday, systemic reality for colonized people in so-called Canada.[/tweetable] While we support the thousands of struggles for accountability for…

Lloyd S. King Elementary School will be celebrating the life of Makayla Sault

Dear editors, On Wednesday April 22, Earth Day, Lloyd S. King Elementary School will be celebrating the life of Makayla Sault by hosting a Walk-a-thon…

Let us celebrate our family, culture and health

There are definitely some people with professional titles in dire need of some sensitivity training when it comes to dealing with Onkwehon:we people involved in…