Going federal – Grand Chief resigns to run as Liberal candidate
Grand Chief Mandy Gull-Masty has announced her resignation and been named the Liberal candidate for the Abitibi–Baie-James–Nunavik–Eeyou riding in the next federal election.
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The Bounty of Natural Beauty – Nibiischii Corporation scores at Indigenous Tourism Awards as industry looks north
Mistissini’s Nibiischii Corporation was a big winner at the annual Indigenous Tourism Awards February 27, earning the Quebec industry’s prize for Best Enterprise of the Year.
Aim High – NHL star Jordin Tootoo gives pep talk to Ouje youth
In 2001, Jordin Kudluk Tootoo made history when he was chosen 98th overall by the Nashville Predators, becoming the first Inuk hockey player to be drafted into the NHL.jo
Out on the land – George M. Shecapio has dedicated his life to helping Cree hunters
George M. Shecapio from Mistissini is a well-known figure throughout Eeyou Istchee.
Education Boom – Ouje-Bougoumou launches Sabtuan Learning Centre amid growing need for skilled workers
At the grand opening of the Sabtuan Learning Centre in Ouje-Bougoumou February 11, Chief Gaston Cooper said the long-awaited adult education facility represented “a beacon of opportunity”.
Resilience and Unity – Justice Gala launches year-long JBNQA celebrations with innovative initiative
A recent gala for Justice Department staff in Gatineau kicked off this year’s commemorations for the 50th anniversary of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement.
A Ptarmigan ‘Wingfall’ – Researching the waapihyeu abundance in Eeyou Itschee
Willow ptarmigan – waapihyeu in Cree, meaning white bird – are abundant again this year in Eeyou Istchee, and the phenomenon of their superabundance is gaining attention.
A Safer Future – Cree Nation and Ontario fire departments launch unique fire prevention program
The Cree Nation partnered with Ontario fire departments on January 31 to launch a Fire Prevention Officer (FPO) Mentorship Program in Orillia, Ontario.
Growing Hope – Minnie’s Hope reopens bigger and better in Whapmagoostui
On January 21, the communities of Whapmagoostui and Kuujjuaraapik celebrated the grand opening of a new building for Minnie’s Hope.