Archive - Dec 7, 2007

Ontario judge supports mining company as KI reaffirms its commitment to protect its traditional lands

NAN and KI press release ... 

KI LEADERSHIP INVITE JAIL TIME UNTIL ABORIGINAL AND TREATY RIGHTS UPHELD AND FULFILLED

THUNDER BAY, ON - December 7, 2007: Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) Chief Donny Morris, councilor Sam McKay, and community member Mark Anderson today invited jail time in favour of Aboriginal and treaty rights to proper and adequate consultation and accommodation prior to exploration or development on KI traditional territory.

Harper government delaying the construction of North Spirit Lake First Nation school and others in Kenora riding

The disappointing news that the new school promised for North Spirit Lake is once again being delayed, was reported to the Chiefs of Keewaytinook Okimakanak at their board meeting earlier this week. INAC officials sent a letter to North Spirit Lake and Keewaytinook Okimakanak indicating that other funding priorities are forcing further delays in the construction of their badly needed school.

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From Kenora Miner and News

Annual Aboriginal Arts and Crafts fair at Victoriaville mall in Thunder Bay Dec 7-9

From Tb News Source

Catch Aboriginal Fine Crafts and Arts show at Victoriaville

12/6/2007 - Aboriginal artisans from across the region have descended on the city for their 4th Annual Aboriginal Fine Crafts and Arts Christmas Gift Show.

The event began Thursday and runs until Sunday at Victoriaville Mall with about 80 artists and craftsmen from aboriginal communities setting up shop. The offerings include a wide assortment of handmade, original native crafts and art.