Ontario First Nations mark 25 years since Ipperwash crisis, death of protester
THUNDER BAY — Ontario’s First Nation chiefs are calling on the provincial government to reflect on its relationship with Indigenous people on 25th anniversary of…
B.C. planning up to 15 First Nations justice centres across the province
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government is working with the B.C. First Nations Justice Council to determine the locations for new Indigenous justice centres across…
George Washington professor’s racial hoax claim stokes anger
WASHINGTON _ George Washington University is investigating the case of a history professor who allegedly admitted to fraudulently pretending to be a Black woman for…
‘It is urgent:’ Commissioner calls for Indigenous bodies to oversee police
Aboriginal civilian groups that would oversee police actions are long past due in Canada, says a commissioner who served on the inquiry into missing and…
Flyers Reggie Leach had magical 1976 playoff run
Hockey Hall of Famer Reggie Leach is perhaps best remembered for his scoring exploits during the 1976 post season. Known as “The Riverton Rifle,” this…
Florida Panthers re-sign restricted free agent Brady Keeper to one-year deal
Following an impressive playoff debut, the Florida Panthers have signed restricted free agent, defenceman Brady Keeper to a one- year, two- way contract. This 24-…
Brantford Mosquito Tier 2 Red Sox slugger Preston Waite has strong passion for baseball
Since a young age, Brantford Mosquito Tier 2 Red Sox player Preston Waite has always had a burning passion for baseball. “I’ve been playing since…
Outfielder Kobe Jacobs perfects the art of baseball in Red Sox win
BRANTFORD — Brantford 15U Tier 2 Red Sox outfielder Kobe Jacobs couldn’t have executed a better sacrifice bunt. Setting the stage was Jacobs who in…
Six arrested during search of Mohawk Road home, cocaine and cash seized
On September 1st , 2020 Police executed a Controlled Drugs and Substance Act Warrant at a residence on Mohawk Road. Upon police entry, several people…
OPP arrest 17 people related to Mckenzie Meadows occupation – including journalist, former elected chief candidate
CALEDONIA – A Haudenosaunee journalist and former candidate for Six Nations Elected Chief have been arrested for their part in the land occupation at Mckenzie…
4th annual Celebration of Nations to reflect upon our current state of existence with virtual programming
On Friday 11 September, Celebration of Nations will begin virtually with a profound short film entitled Starborn that captures the essence of our current existence. Delivered in the…
Indigenous women’s group says police too quick to label missing girls as runaways
The president of an Indigenous women's group says Amber Alert policies across Canada should be reviewed in light of a recent case involving a missing…
Lives Lost: Seneca Nation mourns 91 year old, 2 daughters
By Joaqlin Estus During a recent procession for three Seneca women who died of COVID-19, community members lined the streets. A giant Seneca Nation flag…
Protesters in Montreal topple John A. Macdonald statue, demand police defunding
MONTREAL — Protesters in Montreal toppled and defaced a statue of John A. Macdonald on Saturday as rallies were held in several cities to demand…
Surgery backlog due to COVID 19 could take 84 weeks to clear: study
TORONTO — A new study suggests it could take more than a year and a half to clear the backlog of surgeries in Ontario hospitals…