S In Memory
Mainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText
‘He lived a good life.’ Elder Ted Blondin leaves enduring legacy – Cabin Radio
April 10, 2025 Tim O’Loan says he always wanted to be like his uncle Arthur Ted Blondin when he grew up. “I became a negotiator because of my uncle Ted, so I was a negotiator with the Government of the Northwest Territories,” he said. “He had a huge impact on me. He was like a […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Premier R.J. Simpson offers condolences on the passing of Ted Blondin
April 8, 2025 Premier R.J. Simpson extends his deepest condolences on the passing of Ted Blondin, a respected Elder from the Tłįchǫ Region whose lifelong dedication to his people leaves an enduring legacy across the Northwest Territories. “Ted Blondin was a remarkable leader whose vision and commitment helped shape the future of the Tłįchǫ Region […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Heartfelt condolences to those in mourning
April 4, 2025 To those who have recently lost friends, neighbours, family members or loved ones in Attawapiskat First Nation, we share in your grief. On behalf of the Mushkegowuk Council of Chiefs, our communities, staff, Deputy Grand Chief Amos Wesley and Deputy Grand Chief Natasha Martin, Grand Chief Leo Friday offers his sincere, heartfelt […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Statement on the loss of John Fleury, Cabinet Member, Veteran and friend
April 2, 2025 Winnipeg, MB, in the National Homeland of the Red River Métis – Today, it is with profound sorrow that the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, announces the sudden passing of our friend, Minister John Fleury, Veteran, fighter, and long-standing Cabinet Member with our government. First […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Mourns the Passing of Former MLA Kane Tologanak
IQALUIT, Nunavut (March 31, 2025) – Speaker Tony Akoak today issued the following statement: “The people of Cambridge Bay and other Kitikmeot communities are in mourning at the recent passing of Kane Tologanak, who represented the constituency of Central Arctic in the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories prior to division in 1999. Mr. Tologanak […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
MKO Expresses Deepest Condolences to the Family of Ashlee Shingoose, Also Known as Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe (Buffalo Woman)
March 26, 2025 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) extends our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Ashlee Shingoose, who was given the name Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe (Buffalo Woman) by community members. A cherished mother, sister and daughter, Ashlee has now been identified as the fourth victim of […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
SCO Honours the Memory of Ashlee Christine Shingoose
March 26, 2025 ANISHINAABE AND DAKOTA TERRITORY, MB — The Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) is honouring the memory of the late Ashlee Christine Shingoose. SCO extends heartfelt condolences to the parents, children, family, and Nation of the late Ms. Shingoose. A member of the St. Theresa Point Anisininew Nation, Ashlee went missing three years ago […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
UBCIC Mourns the Passing of Kukpwi7 Mike Leach
(xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/ Vancouver, B.C. – March 6, 2025) The Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) offers our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and community of Kukpwi7 Mike Leach of the Lillooet Tribe and Stl’atl’imx Nation. We honour and remember Mike’s decades of dedicated service and leadership, from his […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreMainstream Aboriginal Related NewsText
The remarkable life of Marion Ironquil Meadmore – ICT
March 6, 2025 One of Canada’s first Indigenous women lawyers was ‘a force for change’ Marion Ironquil Meadmore – one of Canada’s first Indigenous women lawyers who worked decades to empower Indigenous people – died Feb. 19 at age 89. Meadmore died peacefully at home in Winnipeg, Manitoba, surrounded by family. In addition to her […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreIndigenousText
Remembering Theodore “Ted” Pile
February 27, 2025 It is with sadness that the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) heard of the passing of Theodore “Ted” Pile. Ted was the younger brother of long-time PCMNO Secretary-Treasurer Tim Pile. A proud Métis citizen, Ted dedicated much of his career to environmental work, including time with the MNO’s Lands, Resources and Consultation. […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read More
