A Voice from the Eastern Door
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By Miles Morrisseau. ICT. Indigenous artists took home an unprecedented number of statues in Canada’s top music awards Sunday, March 24, in a ceremony that featured a strong presence of Indigenous voices, songs and place. Artist Aysanabee, Oji-Cree from Sandy Lake Nation, Ontario, was the big winner at the awards, taking home statues for Songwriter of the Year and Alternative Album of the Year for his release, “Here and Now.” Aysanabee was among five Indigenous artists to win awards in six categories after more than 20 artists were nomin...
By Kellie B. Gormly. Bernie Bluestein was 19 years old when he spotted a vaguely worded notice on the bulletin board at his Cleveland art college in March 1943. It was the middle of World War II, and the United States Army was seeking recruits for a new, non-combat camouflage unit that would draw on the art of deception to misdirect the enemy. All for serving his country but not exactly the “fighter-type person,” Bluestein enlisted in the enigmatic unit. He didn’t know it at the time, but the assignment would prove riskier than most non-c...
Salary: DS11 $49,239.01-$51,208.57 Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Education, the Executive Assistant ensures the effective operation of the Board Office in order to facilitate optimum service delivery of the educational programs of the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating special projects, participating in committees, leading working groups and teams in relation to Board communications. Qualifications: • Two-year diploma in Office Administration, Business or r...
by Melinda Myers Make some room in your garden or containers for the new All-America Selections 2024 National award-winning plants. These winning varieties are tested in trial gardens across the United States and Canada. Volunteer judges rate entries based on their improved performance, flavor, disease resistance, and other unique qualities related to their performance in gardens and containers. Celosia burning embers was selected for its bronze foliage with dark pink veins that contrasts with i...
By Isaac White Making serious efforts for expansion of their economic ventures, the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians has acquired the Mad River Brewery from the Yurok Tribe, marking a significant step in the tribe’s journey towards sustainability and growth. Mad River Brewery, located in Blue Lake, California, is celebrated for its high-quality craft beers and commitment to environmental stewardship, a testament to its pioneering status in the craft beer industry. The acquisition was announced by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, a tribe t...
Salary: AMBE Management Grid Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Language and Culture, the Cultural Facilitator is responsible for providing program facilitation related to the Akwesasne Mohawk cultural teachings for the purpose of providing a culturally enriched learning environment through language, music, arts, play and various formal and informal activities, to be delivered to all AMBE programs. Qualifications: • College Diploma related to Culture, Arts, or History • Five years’ experience working with child...
Continued from last week. Our Strategy for Survival The dialectical opposite of that process would be the rekindling on a planetary basis of locally based culture. Prior to the advent of colonialism, culture was defined as the way of life by which people survived within their own environment, and their own environment was defined as the area in which they lived. Thus, the process of survival involved the use of locally developed technologies which met the specific needs of the area. It was mentioned earlier that technologies have political...
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The Montana Supreme Court handed down a decision that sent shockwaves across the state’s vast landscapes and is evidence of the ongoing fight for justice and equality for Native American communities. At the heart of this legal battle were four pieces of legislation—HB 506, HB 176, HB 530, and SB 169—passed by the Montana Legislature in 2021, which were challenged for undermining the fundamental right to vote as enshrined in the Montana Constitution. This case, represented by a coalition including the Montana Democratic Party, Western Nativ...
TORONTO - The Indigenous Led Projects Forum (ILPF) opens in Toronto on April 2, bringing together change-making Indigenous, Industry and Government leaders to discuss the most complex opportunities and challenges facing Indigenous proponents. Ontario Premier, Hon. Doug Ford, is delivering the morning’s keynote address. The award-winning documentary, Bridges to the North is being officially released following the Premier›s keynote by the Chiefs of Webequie First Nation and Marten Falls First Nation. The documentary offers a human look at the dev...
1. Onerahtókha kaié:ri enhská:ra'ne 3:24 iotohétston nénkie tsi kanenhstá:ton ne Ahkwesáhshne On April 8, 2024 at 3:24 pm in Ahkwesáhshne 2. Tenkiaterahkwá:seren 2 orbs (sun and moon) will be on top of each other 3. Teiotonhontsiatasè:ton ne kiokiehnékha karáhkwa The earth goes around the sun 4. Teiorahkwatasehákie ne ahshonthenhnéhkha karáhkwa ne onhwén:tsia The moon goes around the earth 5. Enkarahkwa'hó:roke ne kiokiehnékha karáhkwa The sun will be hidden 6. Ne :'e tsi ne ahsonthenhnéhkha...
March 28, 2024 - Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) met on Wednesday, Mar. 27, 2024. Key items discussed in the public session are as follows. Preliminary Budget Outlook Executive Superintendent of Business Services Jeremy Hobbs presented a budget overview for the 2023-24 school year and a preliminary budget outlook for 2024-25. He reassured trustees that based on current spending and projections, the Board remains in a healthy financial position thanks in part to consistent government funding and informed decision mak...
After more than two years of legal proceedings, the Navajo Nation and San Juan County have come to a landmark agreement regarding the county’s commission districts. This settlement, announced on Monday, aims to provide a more equitable representation for Native American voters, particularly the Navajo, in the county’s political landscape. The dispute, centered around allegations that redistricting efforts in 2021 violated the federal Voting Rights Act, has been resolved with the adoption of a new voting map. This development is seen as a signif...
Travis John Branson, a 48-year-old resident of Cusick, Washington, has admitted to his involvement in a conspiracy to hunt, kill, and illegally sell bald and golden eagles. The announcement came from U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich, shedding light on a case that spanned several years and crossed state lines. Branson pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including conspiracy, two counts of unlawful trafficking of bald and golden eagles, and violating the Lacey Act. This act is a critical piece of legislation that prohibits the interstate trade of...
By Isaac White The United States and Canada, in collaboration with Tribal Nations and Indigenous Peoples, have announced a pioneering plan to tackle the persistent issue of water pollution in the Elk-Kootenay watershed. This initiative is a direct response to the joint commitment by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Joe Biden, aiming to foster a healthier, more sustainable natural environment through bilateral cooperation. Ambassadors Kirsten Hillman and David L. Cohen, representing Canada and the U.S. respectively, have articulated...
By Isaac White What to say, what to say? It’s tough to get going today. I was prepping last night. All was clear and well thought out. Now, I forgot what I was going to say. But I have a technique that I learned by reading the methods of other writers. Essentially, they just start typing, and eventually, things start flowing. I figured I’d share that rather than, “I was walking down the street one day. I saw Big Bird. He was eating Double Whoppers and playing hopscotch with Eddie Murphy.” Yes, folks, that is what I make up in my head. I wonde...
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the appointment of Sharon Avery and Jeannie Hovland as Associate Commissioners to the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC). The NIGC, established by the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) in 1988, plays a crucial role in supporting and promoting tribal economic development, self-sufficiency, and strong tribal governments through gaming on Indian lands. The Commission, consisting of three full-time members, oversees the federal regulation of Indian gaming as mandated by IGRA, ensuring the...
A Supreme Court case stands to potentially reshape the landscape of tribal healthcare in the United States. At the core of this legal battle is whether the federal government should shoulder a larger share of healthcare costs for Native American tribes, a question that challenges decades of legislative and legal precedents. The legal contention arises against a backdrop of longstanding agreements and legislation aimed at ensuring the health and welfare of Native American tribes. The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act,...
In a development that has intensified the already complex dynamics between South Dakota’s state government and its Native American tribes, Governor Kristi Noem’s recent call for the Biden Administration to conduct audits on federal funds provided to the tribes has stirred controversy and concern. Noem’s request, articulated through letters to prominent federal figures, seeks to evaluate the adequacy of law enforcement resources on tribal lands, citing public safety as the paramount concern. However, the Governor’s initiative is not viewed...
On March 20, in Sacramento, a significant roundtable discussion convened, bringing together a diverse group including California lawmakers, tribal leaders, police, and academics to deliberate on the longstanding challenges posed by Public Law 280 (PL 280). This law, enacted in 1953, transferred public safety responsibilities from the federal government to six states, including California, without tribal consent or financial support for the transition. James Ramos, chair of the California Assembly Select Committee on Native American Affairs and...
A groundbreaking decision that marks a significant step toward honoring the cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples has occurred as the Ontario legislature has opened its doors to the voices of its original inhabitants. Lawmakers in Ontario can now address the province’s legislature using Indigenous languages, a change hailed as “momentous” by supporters and activists alike. This move recognizes the “first languages” of the region and represents a step toward rectifying the historical injustices Indigenous communities face. The Ontario g...
Congress has passed a large appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2024 that provides more than $1.34 billion in funding for Native housing programs, marking a historic step towards addressing the long-standing housing problem plaguing Native communities across the United States. This package, which represents a record $324 million increase from the previous year’s allocation, was spearheaded by U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) and U.S. Representative Tom Cole (R-La.), chairs of their respective chambers’ Appropriations Subcommittee on Ho...
OTTAWA - The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, issued the following statement today: “Twenty-five years ago today, Nunavut was established, fulfilling a long-standing goal of Inuit for greater control over their lands and determination about their future. Today, we join communities across Nunavut to mark this important milestone, celebrate the unique history and heritage of the people who call Nunavut their home and reflect on the significant cultural, social, and economic contributions they make to Canada and the world. S...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's Community Health Services would like to extend a warm welcome to Amanda Garrow as the new Acting Program Manager for the Health Promotion & Prevention Program. Amanda enters into her new endeavour with a wealth of knowledge and experience in nursing and working within the Community Health Program for the past 10 years. Amanda is a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses in Ontario, Order of Nurses of Quebec, and also a Registered Nurse in New York State....
