OPINION: Thousands of individual tragedies being remembered on Truth and Reconciliation Day
By Robert Jago In my family, the older aunts and uncles tell a story about “the oven baby”. “That was Maryanne” my aunt June tells…
New documentary that explores the intergenerational effects of the residential school
M’CHIGEENG — The Weengushk Film Institute is excited to announce the release of a new documentary entitled “Runs Through Their Blood- A Life Impacted”. The…
Polaris Music Prize to reveal winner in stripped down event
TORONTO — The winner of the Polaris Music Prize is being revealed tonight in a shortened edition of the usual festivities. Organizers of the $50,000…
Archival documents reveal student cause of death at residential schools
OTTAWA — It is a long and boring process for those not so inclined, but to those of us who have a gluttonous curiosity for…
Travel permit for reserves not a new idea
OTTAWA — Imagine having to get a permit from the government to leave the reserve for any reason. There was a time, not that long…
Six Nations’ Aleria McKay seeks Miss World Crown
Aleria McKay, Onondaga nation, Eel clan, from Six Nations of the Grand River, is in Toronto this week competing in this year’s Miss World Canada…
Anglican minister says Catholic Church apology disappointing
In a surprising move, leaders from the Canadian Catholic Church issued a formal apology last week for its role in the abuses that took place…
Police warn of online blackmail
OHSWEKEN — The Six Nations Police say they are investigating an increase of reports of residents being blackmailed for large sums of money in exchange…
Elected Council moves to add Burtch to reserve
Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council has begun the process of adding the former Burtch Correctional Facility to the reserve. Council agreed to…
Candlelight vigil for Six Nations
OHSWEKEN — Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council says they will be hosting a Candlelight Vigil to honour residential school Survivors and the…
COVID takes the life of community member
Six Nations is mourning the loss of a 13th community member to COVID-19. The latest death was announced by Six Nations of the Grand River…
Driver flees from scene of crash
OHSWEKEN — Six Nations Police say they are investigating a crash involving a driver who fled the scene. On September 20, 2021, at approximately 6:02…
SNP,BPS say 5 arrested, drug charges
BRANTFORD — On September 23, 2021, the Six Nations Police Service, along with the assistance of Brantford Police Service, executed a Section 11 Controlled Drugs…
Fatal crash, seeking information
BRANTFORD — Officers with the Brantford Police Service are seeking witness information after a fatal motor vehicle collision, involving a motorcycle and a car, that…
Six Nations Fire and Emergency Services unveils orange ‘Every Child Matters’ fire truck
Six Nations Fire and Emergency Services unveiled their newly decorated orange 'Every Child Matters' commemorative fire truck on Tuesday, Sept. 28. Ashley Russell-Taylor, fire chief…