As the first artist brought into the first school to host the Mikw Chiyâm interdisciplinary arts program, Mistissini’s Voyageur Memorial High School back in 2015, Chris Robertson has a deep understanding of the initiative’s impressive growth and enduring significance.
Living in New York City just a stone’s throw from Central Park and rehearsing for a play that had its world premiere this month is a dream come true for Marjolaine Mckenzie.
Residents in several Montreal neighbourhoods awoke February 21 to find large photos of members of the local Indigenous community plastered across the front of buildings, as part of a global art project collectively titled Indigenous Forced Displacement.
Mistissini was chosen as the site for the Mikw Chiyâm pilot project seven years ago because of Voyageur Memorial High School’s eagerness and readiness to implement all the program’s music, visual arts, drama/multimedia and dance components.
True to its name, the Mikw Chiyâm program has been “moving forward without hesitation” since it was launched in 2015.
Another year has passed under Covid restrictions, and Valentine’s Day is upon us again. Yet it doesn’t have to be a dreary affair. The Nation has prepared a few ideas for you and your significant other – or even some pals, for those who aren’t paired up – to do this February 14. Whether you’re feeling like getting cozy and cuddly, or doing something more active, here are a few ideas for making the most of this Valentine’s Day.
With exciting new additions to showcase but limited visits since the pandemic, the Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute (ACCI) has launched a new interactive website to bring its spectacular collection to the world.
Cree rock band Miigwin has been enjoying a resurgence this year. After a triumphant performance at Nomad Entertainment’s Empowwowment Festival in Whapmagoostui on October 28, they won the $10,000 first prize at the Nikamuusuu/Niimuusuu Kaschihuwin music competition in Mistissini on November 20.
The Cree Native Arts and Crafts Association (CNACA) held their fourth annual Eeyou Istchee Achievement Awards on November 11 in a virtual ceremony, recognizing Cree artists in a variety of mediums.
For the past five years, women – and a few men – have been joining Louise Coonishish’s Sewing Project to help deal with their problems, and to find a sense of community.
