THUNDER BAY (June 4, 2026) –The Anishinabek Nation leadership is incensed that earlier today, the Government of Canada, via the Senate of Canada, rejected proposed amendments to its anti-hate legislation, Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act. The decision comes after a 32-41 vote to reject…
ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY (May 29, 2026) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige is pleased to announce that this year’s Debwewin Citation recipient for Excellence in Journalism and Storytelling is Sara Cornthwaite. “Sara tells stories through an Anishinaabe lens, which truly captures the essence of what it…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (May 27, 2026) –The Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige reminds citizens of Canada of the importance of recognizing First Nations’ rights and land sovereignty, as separatist ideologies only serve to cause division amongst citizens. “The Anishinabek Nation has long upheld the covenant of treaties and ensured the strength and importance…
OTTAWA (April 29, 2026) — Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige is grateful for the over 50 years of dedication to women’s rights by Dr. Jeannette Corbiere Lavell, who will be honoured on the opening evening of the Virus of Inequality Symposium in Ottawa. “Our E-niigaanwidood E’Dbendaagzijig Jeannette Corbiere Lavell has…
ANISHINABEK NATION TERRITORY (April 28, 2026) – The Anishinabek Nation and Chippewas of the Thames First Nation acknowledge the Government of Canada’s recent announcement to establish a national Sovereign Wealth Fund as an important step toward advancing economic growth and…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (April 14, 2026) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney for his Liberal Party securing a majority government: “On behalf of the Anishinabek Nation, we extend our congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party of Canada on securing a majority…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (March 31, 2026) – Three Institutes supporting Anishinabek Nation communities in Anishinabek-led post-secondary learning: Kenjgewin Teg, Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig, and the Anishinabek Educational Institute, are welcoming a significant provincial investment that strengthens Indigenous-led post-secondary education, skilled…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (March 24, 2026) – Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige expresses concern regarding the recent comments made by the City of Sarnia Councillor Bill Dennis via social media regarding a new Indigenous-themed art mural installed at Sarnia’s City Hall, and later directed comments at Aamjiwnaang First Nation Chief Janelle Nahmabin: …
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (March 3, 2026) — On behalf of the Anishinabek Nation, Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige extends her heartfelt congratulations to Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Chief Joe Miskokomon on his official investiture into the Order of Canada on March 19, 2026. “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to him on this…
ANISHINABEK NATION HEAD OFFICE (March 3, 2026) – To the investors, mining companies, government representatives, and stakeholders gathered at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Conference in Toronto, the Anishinabek Nation, which supports and advocates for 39 member First Nations across Ontario, wishes to be clear: true certainty in critical minerals…
