Universities advance reconciliation with new Indigenous support initiatives
In a powerful step toward reconciliation, some universities continue to provide a welcoming space for Indigenous students to heal, gather, and thrive.
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Safe havens – Cree and urban women’s shelters expand transitional services
Cree and urban women’s shelters expand transitional services
Dropping bars with Drezus at the Inspire Hope Conference in Nemaska
Youth, Elders and special guests from across the country converged on Nemasks for the 7th Inspire Hope Conference, a Cree Nation Youth Council event that encourages movement – both physically and mentally – toward a positive future.
Showing Their Potential – Quebec Indigenous Science Fair fosters scientific innovation
Quebec Indigenous Science Fair fosters scientific innovation
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.
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.