Eeyou Istchee celebrates a new princess
Diane Coon Come of Mistissini was crowned princess of Eeyou Istchee November 18 as the winner of the 2023 Miss Eeyou Eenou Iskwaau pageant.
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Innu artist Soleil Launière debuts her Taueu album
Multi-disciplinary artist Soleil Launière has released her debut album, Taueu, to widespread acclaim. Taueu (Innu-aimun for “to be in the middle”) has already been featured on Spotify’s curated playlist “Fresh Finds: Canada’s Best New Music” for two straight weeks since its mid-October release, while receiving high praise from numerous music critics in Quebec.
Chisasibi’s Musuutaau celebrates the blueberry harvest
September 16 was a beautiful day for picking blueberries for Chisasibi’s 16th annual Musuutaau (blueberry festival). The event attracted many participants this year, with especially delicious results at the following day’s baking contest.
A visit to a Spirit Halloween outlet is a spooky experience
As the leaves transform into a vibrant array of autumn colours and a brisk, cool breeze gently embraces us, a singular realization dawns: Halloween is swiftly approaching.
Innu astronomer Laurie Rousseau-Nepton discusses the universe
Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, the first Indigenous woman in Canada to gain a PhD in astrophysics, is the subject of the 2023 docu-series North Star. Consisting of five short episodes, the series covers Rousseau-Nepton’s journey from the Ashuapmushuan wildlife reserve to an observatory atop a Hawaiian mountain. In an interview with the Nation, the trailblazing Innu astronomer discussed her path into science, her unique outlook, and her aspirations for women in research.
Māori writer Witi Ihimaera reflects on his large body of work
A kind-looking man with a soft smile enters the McCord Stewart Museum’s theatre August 11 and bows to the crowd. He takes a moment to acknowledge everyone.
Doors open for Wabiguin Bearskin as Miss Teen Canada Ambassador
After being crowned this year’s Miss Teen Canada Ambassador in April, Wabiguin Bearskin has embarked on an exciting journey to represent the Cree Nation at fashion shows around the world.
Aaju Peter’s life is the focus of the documentary Twice Colonized
For the opening of Montreal’s 33rd First Peoples Festival, head organizer André Dudemaine honoured director Lin Alluna and protagonist Aaju Peter by screening Twice Colonized as the festival’s first event.
Deborah Ratt makes jewelry in a more traditional way
One name that stood out in the schedule at Montreal’s 33rd First People’s Festival was Deborah Ratt and Cree-Ations. Hailing from Eeyou Istchee, the artist was present at the Place des Festivals the entire event.
Honouring the passing of Robbie Robertson
In the tapestry of popular culture, few figures stand as tall as Robbie Robertson. A man whose life story reads like a musical odyssey, Robertson’s journey to becoming a rock-and-roll icon is a testament to the power of heritage, innovation and artistic fusion. From his humble beginnings in Toronto to the heights he achieved as the chief songwriter and lead guitarist of the Band, Robertson’s impact will resonate long after his death at 80 on August 9.