News Briefs

September 2, 2010
by: James Thom - Wawatay News

An executed search warrant in Eabametoong resulted in the seizure of thousands of dollars in drugs.

September 1, 2010
by: Rick Garrick/Wawatay News

The Anishinabek Nation is calling for retailers to honour point-of-sale tax exemptions after community members reported being gouged by companies."Even after the province has sent out notices

September 1, 2010
by: Rick Garrick/Wawatay News

Nishnawbe Aski Nation has launched an anti-Bill 191 campaign. "We are done talking, it's time to take serious action," said Grand Chief Stan Beardy.

August 24, 2010
by: Rick Garrick/Wawatay News

Lac Seul has now been offered $27 million to settle its century-old timber claim."We are very pleased with the addition of $2 million to the offer which makes it more attractive for the commun

August 19, 2010
by: Rick Garrick/Wawatay News

Northern Superior region leaders are upset thousands of Aboriginal artifacts are being excavated and shipped to Lakehead University without consultation with local First Nations. "It has become

August 18, 2010
by: Brent Wesley/Wawatay News

While preparing for a move this fall, the Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is also preparing for a voluntary survey to assess its quality of service. The on-site Qmentum Accredtation survey w

August 6, 2010
by: Brent Wesley/Wawatay News

Prime Minister Stephen Harper has appointed a new head of Indian Affairs.B.C. MP John Duncan was moved into the minister position in a mini-cabinet shuffle Aug. 6.

August 5, 2010
by: Chris Kornacki/Wawatay News

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) national chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo gave five recommendations to Canada's premiers and said he's encouraged by their support for First Nations. The national chief at

August 5, 2010
by: James Thom - Wawatay News

Wincrief Forestry Products Limited has bought, renovated and equipped an existing manufacturing plant to produce modular homes for First Nations and nearby communities.