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THUNDER BAY, ON: Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Executive Council honour the contributions of veterans and warriors during Remembrance Day ceremonies across northwestern Ontario today. “On November 11 we honour our warriors who have come to Canada’s defence in world wars and conflicts around the globe. There is a special place in our…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Gathered during Treaties Recognition Week, leaders from Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) reaffirmed their shared commitment to the protection of Treaty and inherent rights. Concern was voiced by leadership during the Fall Assembly over the direction that the federal and provincial governments have taken on decisions directly affecting NAN territory. “Treaties Recognition Week…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Family members of the late Corey Belesky, supported by leaders from Marten Falls First Nation and Nishnawbe Aski Nation, today made a heartfelt public appeal for any information that might lead to an arrest three years after his unexplained passing. Corey was a kind-hearted, funny, and caring young man who loved his family.…

THUNDER BAY, ON: The Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Executive Council supports Constance Lake First Nation as the community prepares for a coroner’s inquest into a deadly outbreak of blastomycosis that claimed the lives of five people between 2021-2022: “Our thoughts and prayers are with those we have lost to this terrible outbreak – Luke Moore,…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) leadership are declaring a public State of Emergency following a drug related shooting incident that unfolded in Ginoogaming First Nation. Tragically, and ironically, the incident comes in the midst of a forum convened by Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Nishnawbe Aski Police Services, and Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services to address the…