Eabametoong

Having spent three days discussing the problem, chiefs from Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Grand Council Treaty 3 declared a call to action to address prescription drug abuse Feb. 12.

Having spent three days discussing the problem, chiefs from Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Grand Council Treaty 3 declared a call to action to address prescription drug abuse Feb. 12.

This is in response to the individual who replied to my article on combating drugs in our reserves. See info box below. The first portion of this letter is dedicated to that individual.

Labron Nate’s successful battle with cancer is Wawatay’s number two youth story of the year.

Nishnawbe Aski Police made a $12,000 drug seizure, consisting of percocets, oxycontin and marijuana, in Eabametoong First Nation (Fort Hope), Nov 11.

I am Anishnabe from northern Ontario of Eabametoong First Nation. I congratulate Mr. Obama and the American people for electing an African-American to be there president and their openness.

Believe it or not, the answers are very simple. Use the very laws that are implemented for such unlawfulness.

In what was billed as a historic day for Matawa First Nations, the tribal council signed an agreement with the province Oct. 24 to develop a consultation protocol for mineral exploration and development on traditional lands.

After months of treatment, life is starting to return to normal for Labron Nate and his family.

Eabametoong community members are anticipating the development of a land use plan for their area. "We're kind of excited about starting a land use plan," said Chief Charlie O'Keese.

Aanterio okimawin okitipatotan oshki onashowewin chi-i-shisek wipa chikakwechimintwa shikwa tawinamawintwa anishinaabek chipwa michitamaakak assinikewin shikwa kishka-a-kwewin.

A pair of fires in Eabametoong remain under investigation by Nishnawbe Aski Police Service.

Three people were charged in Eabametoong after a warrant was executed in the community.

A new initiative announced by the province will require early consultation and accommodation with First Nations before mining development and forestry can go ahead.

Three-foot waves were crashing into his boat. Even as an experienced angler, Alex Missewace was a “little worried” to be out in such conditions. Wind gusts made navigation even more difficult.