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THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the Executive Council, is expressing serious concern for NAN First Nations communities facing an escalating wildfire threat across NAN territory. “Our hearts are with all of our communities facing the threat of these devastating fires. The situation is changing hour by hour…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler is appealing for compassion for evacuees from Kashechewan First Nation who may no longer feel welcome in Niagara Falls after disparaging comments were made during the delivery of a municipal unhoused action plan to city council last week: “I share the concerns with the…

CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler has issued the following statement following the introduction of federal legislation on water, wastewater, and related infrastructure on First Nation lands: “Since Bill C-61 died on the order paper, the introduction of clean water legislation has been long overdue. We have been calling…

THUNDER BAY, ON: The Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Executive Council has issued the following statement as prolific Omushkigo Elder and renown storyteller Louis Penishish (Bird) began his journey to the Spirit World last night: “The sky was rumbling when we heard that our dear friend began his Spirit Journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler is supporting the recommendations being sought by the family of the late Kevin Mamakwa to close the Thunder Bay District Jail, where Kevin tragically passed away in 2020: “This inquest has been a difficult process for Kevin’s family, friends, and the community of Kingfisher…