ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY (November 13, 2026) — During the Anishinabek Nation Fall Assembly held in the traditional territory of Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation on November 3-4, in a landmark decision, Anishinabek Nation Chiefs-in-Assembly recognized the inherent Rights of Nature…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (November 2, 2026) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige encourages everyone to take the time during the 10th anniversary of Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario to understand treaty relationships and learn about treaties. “Treaties…
FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION TERRITORY (October 21, 2026) – The Anishinabek Nation Economic Development Department kicked off its 4th Annual Anishinabek Nation Economic Development Opportunities (ANEDO) Forum, which is being held in Thunder Bay from October 20-22. “ANEDO creates a…
ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY (September 21, 2026) – On behalf of the Anishinabek Nation, Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige shares a statement on Deputy Grand Council Chief Chris Plain’s departure from his current role. “Chi-miigwech to Deputy Grand Council…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE(September 15, 2026) –Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige releases a statement in response to the invitation-only Canada Investment Summit 2026, hosted by Prime Minister Mark Carney, in partnership with Canada Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments),…
NIPISSING FIRST NATION (September 14, 2026)—The Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI) has achieved accreditation as an Indigenous Institute through the Indigenous Advanced Education & Skills Council (IAESC). The accreditation recognizes AEI’s commitment to quality assurance, culturally grounded education, and learner success,…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (August 24, 2026) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige expresses concern and disappointment following the Parole Board of Canada’s decision to release Brayden Bushby, who was convicted of manslaughter in the death of Wabigoon…
AAMJIWNAANG FIRST NATION (July 21, 2026) — The Anishinabek Nation hosts the second annual Water Gathering: Gchi-Gami Maamwi Nweshkdaading Nini Onji (Great Lakes Gathering – For the Sake of Water) to bring together First Nation leaders, Elders, youth, Knowledge Holders, water practitioners, researchers, and partners from across the Great Lakes region to advance Nibi (water) protection through the sharing of…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE(July15, 2026) –Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige shares a statement on the recent wildfire that has devastated Namaygoosisagagun First Nation: “It is with heartfelt sadness that I share that our member First Nation, Namaygoosisagagun First Nation, has been devastated by an…
ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY(July 8, 2026) –On behalf of the Anishinabek Nation, Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige expresses concerns surrounding the recent announcement by the Governments of Ontario and Alberta of the proposed Northern Shield Energy Corridor that would bring oil from Alberta to refining facilities in Ontario, using a…
