🗳️The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation held our election on June 20, 2025. 🌟@MSIFN will now have 4 elected Councillors, along with our elected Chief. 🌟Returning to Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation will be Chief @KellyLaRocca01 (acclaimed), Councillors Jeff Forbes and Sylvia Coleman. 🌟We also welcome first time elected Councillor Jake Kozlinsky, and Councillor Laura Colwell, who returns to MSIFN having previously served on Council. Following the June 20th election, a swearing in ceremony was held on July 7, along with a dinner which included family and community members. @AnishNation @ChiefsofOntario @insauga @newsdurham @GlobalDurham @APTNNews

The National Chief of the @AFN_updates rebuked the Alberta separation movement during a meeting with King Charles at Buckingham Palace. "The King was there with us in unison, that First Nations are foundational partners in the creation of Canada, and our relationship cannot be changed or moved just from politics," Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak told The Canadian Press in an interview. "As long as the sun shines, the grass grows and the river flows, we're all treaty people in Canada." "We've got a beautiful country. If you don't want to be part of it, you're free to leave. You won't be taking any land with you," Woodhouse Nepinak said. Here’s the story, cbc.ca/news/politics/afn-nat… @RoyalFamily #firstnations #canpoli

Over $5.5 million in funding for the Township of Scugog over five years may become a reality if council passes a Municipal Service Agreement (MSA) extension between it and OLG The agreement is said to provide needed funding to the township from the OLG in exchange for the provision of municipal services to the Great Blue Heron Casino, and represents an anticipated five-years of additional funding to the township beginning on April 1, 2027, for a total expected amount of over $5.5 million dollars during that period. This amount represents an important source of funding in return for the provision of services such as maintenance of township roads providing access to the casino and includes the provision of fire and emergency response services for the casino. For the full article follow this link from @durhampostc durhampost.ca/5-5mn-in-fundi…

Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park is being expanded by 23 acres to protect ecologically significant lands in the Oak Ridges Moraine. The 23 acres of new land, which was recently transferred to the province by @Metrolinx , would be added to the park’s northern boundary, providing a greater connection with the Town of Uxbridge and protection of grassland habitat. Potential uses of the land include more trail connections and a parking area to support sustainable outdoor recreation, such as hiking. Read the story from @DurhampostC here: durhampost.ca/metrolinx-tran…

MSIFN’s 28th Annual Powwow is taking place July 18 & 19! All are welcome to attend this cultural gathering featuring traditional dance, singing, drumming, food & artisans. Sponsorship opportunities available: shorturl.at/nc4JM #MSIFNPowwow #Powwow #IndigenousCulture

Nbwaakaawin Nswi-Giizhigad #WisdomWednesday When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears.

Want to learn Anishinaabemowin? Check out this sound byte of the June 10th phrase from the 2026 Anishinabek Nation Giizisoo-Mzinigan brought to you by our Anishinaabemowin Department! 📣 You can also access the calendar for FREE online at: anishinabek.ca/Flipbooks/ANC… * The Anishinabek Nation represents 39 First Nations in the province of Ontario. Throughout our member nations, we have many dialects and regional variations. Phrases for the Giizisoo-Mzinigan are provided by Anishinaabemowin speakers and have been reviewed by the Anishinabek Nation Anishinaabemowin E-niigaanwidood, Language Commissioner.

In reponse to the @SenateCA vote against residential school denialism bill, “To have the Senate outwardly reject all recommendations, during Indigenous History Month no less, from this committee is not only wrong, but should be a scary revelation for all Canadians,” said Grand Council Chief @LindaDebassige of @AnishNation. “Canada is picking and choosing which human rights they protect, no longer even trusting the very Senate committee established to provide a human rights-specific perspective.”

‘Now is the time to make consultation and accommodation the absolute bare minimum,’ states Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Read more via Anishinabek News: anishinabeknews.ca/2026/06/n…

If you don't already have plans for this Sunday, head to the best jazz and blues bar in Toronto @therextoronto! Gary LaRocca will be playing. #livemusic #indigenousmusic #jazz #blues #folk #RockAndRoll

This guy is a simply an amazing talent. Check him out!

Want to learn Anishinaabemowin? Check out this sound byte of the June 9th phrase from the 2026 Anishinabek Nation Giizisoo-Mzinigan brought to you by our Anishinaabemowin Department! 📣 You can also access the calendar for FREE online at: anishinabek.ca/Flipbooks/ANC… * The Anishinabek Nation represents 39 First Nations in the province of Ontario. Throughout our member nations, we have many dialects and regional variations. Phrases for the Giizisoo-Mzinigan are provided by Anishinaabemowin speakers and have been reviewed by the Anishinabek Nation Anishinaabemowin E-niigaanwidood, Language Commissioner.

Mkowaataagiziwin Niizho-Giizhigad #TipTuesday Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.

Gaanjige Skwaanamegiizhgag #MotivationalMondays Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today.

Deputy Chief Jeff Forbes gave a moving witness statement to the Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs on Bill S-2   An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements)  @OurCommons @MarkJCarney @SenateCA @RebeccaAltyNWT @MandyGullMasty

Today is Anishinaabe Giizhigad -- the national holiday for the Anishinabek Nation. Celebrated by the approximately 65,000 citizens hailing from the union of 39 First Nations in Ontario, it is a reflection of the proclamation of the Nation's constitution. Join us in celebrating. #AnishinaabeGiizhigad #OneAnishinaabeFamily, #Anishinaabe, #AnishinabekNation

Today, we observe Blue Jean Jacket Day to honour and raise awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous men and boys in Canada. By wearing a blue jean jacket, individuals and communities show solidarity, call attention to the disproportionate violence faced by Indigenous men and boys, and support ongoing efforts for justice, visibility, and systemic change. #BlueJeanJacketDay #MMIMB #SpeakTheirNames #HonourTheirLives #WearBlue #NomoreStolenLovedOnes

Moozhendimoowin Naano-Giizhigad #FridayFeeling Turn your wounds into wisdom.

We are still in a state of shock and anger at the decision to close outdoor education facilities. For some of our most vulnerable, it’s the only chance they get to leave the city. In our letter to the Minister of Education @PaulCalandra, Chief Kelly LaRocca states, “From an Indigenous perspective, “outdoor education” is deeply connected with our culture, identity, wellness, and relationships with the land.” She continued, “Knowledge about stewardship, responsibility, medicines, water, and food systems has traditionally been passed down through a direct relationship with the natural world. Outdoor education reflects our traditional teachings by allowing all students to learn through hands-on experience, observation, and personal connection rather than through screens and textbooks. We have been working to restore knowledge and traditions that were lost due to the systemic suppression of the residential school system and related policies. Outdoor education is one path towards this restoration.” Toronto District School Board announces closure of this outdoor education centre cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/… #OutdoorEducation #OutdoorLearning #OutdoorClassroom #NatureBasedLearning #EnvironmentalEducation #PlaceBasedEducation #LandBasedLearning

Anishinaabe Giizhigad (Anishinaabe Day) is on Saturday, June 6th! Looking for classroom lesson plans on Anishinaabe Giizhigad? Visit: bit.ly/4fjZnys Anishinaabe Giizhigad Information Booklet: bit.ly/4d7V203 The history of Anishinaabe Giizhigad: bit.ly/4eFNgvx