The Family Home on Reserves and Matrimonial Rights and Interest Act!

“Laws are not tested before application; they do not bear witness to reality until they are already enforced and already causing harm”

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FIGHT FOR THE LINE

The 3rd Saturday of every July is the Annual Border Crossing Celebration, where Onkwehonwe cross the colonial border in Oni: kara (Niagara Falls). In addition, the celebration reminds the United States and Canada as a British Commonwealth to not interfere in our traditional travel and trade routes. The Indian Defence League of America’s founders (IDLA)…

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How Traditional is Tattooing?

Tyendinaga Gathering The second annual Indigenous Tattoo Gathering in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory took place over the May weekend. Artists and orators gathered to share ideas and culturally specific experiences. As well as their efforts to revitalize some of these ancient techniques before they welcomed the general public.  These events are gaining popularity, but so is…

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Forbidden Fruit: Residential School Stories

It was just a cruel time; I just remember how bad the food was, being hungry and just being a little kid, I was strong enough to rebel, and that’s what I did; it was well worth the punishment.

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Moosemeat and Marmalade Meet Landback.

There are only some relationships that fuse perfectly without deliquescing. The mingling of traditional Onkwehonwe cuisine and culture of Art Napolean with Dan Hayes British fare and flair is the foundation of the brilliant television series Moosemeat and Marmalade.  The Art of Visiting So when the duo visited local culinary jewels Yawekon and Dixieland Grill, It caught no one…

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Call for Support for Local Group

Allies of Onkwehonwe The grassroots group, “Allies of Onkwehonwe,” collaborates with minds and spirits that seek to raise awareness of environmental and Onkwehonwe issues. The group has members from both Six Nations and surrounding communities.  Members have a passion for the environment and support the Kuswenta, and it is these two principles that are behind the…

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