Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 are pleased to announce the approval of the $51 million Treaty #3 Territorial Internet Connectivity Project. This announcement comes on the news of a joint investment by the Federal and Provincial governments of $148 million in Northwestern Ontario. This funding announcement will provide the Anishinaabe Nation in […]
As part of its efforts to establish an LGBTQ2S+ Council, Grand Council Treaty #3 has coordinated a Two-Spirit Traditional Gathering and Celebration to demonstrate inclusivity and a reestablishment of traditional Two-Spirit roles in Anishinaabe society. “This historic event will be the first of its kind in the area with a celebration of Life and resurgence. […]
Earlier this month, Chief of Treaty #3 Police Kai Liu was presented with the Governor Order of Merit of Police Forces award in a virtual ceremony. Chief Liu’s wife, Heidi Liu, presented the award. Established in October 2000, the Order of Merit of the Police Forces honours the leadership and exceptional service or distinctive merit […]
Grand Council Treaty#3 and the Social Chiefs would like to share the posting of Ka Niigaanibowe’t/ Ka Niigaanibowiik as part of the implementation process for Abinoojii Inakonigiwin. Calls for nominations to this position have been supported through the Special Chiefs in assembly, resolution SCA – 21 – 03. If you have any questions please […]
Winners announced for the LGBTQ2S+ Council – Treaty #3 Virtual Talent Showcase Draws! All winners will be contacted directly. Miigwech to everyone who participated and shared your amazing talents! Congratulations to the Draw Winners: Constance Chicago Clare Esquega Danielle Kakeway Easton Penace Jase Kejick Terena Blackhawk Mandy Chicago Megan Cowley Jessica Skead-Nelson Rachel Green […]
Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 congratulate Roseanne Archibald on her election to the role of National Chief this past Thursday. “It is never easy to put your name forward for any elected position and the role of National Chief is one of the most daunting,” said Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh. “I worked with […]
Congratulations to all the Draw Winners! (All Winners were selected at random and will be contacted directly) We would also like to recognize our other Graduates whom participated in the draw! University/College/Apprenticeship Graduates Cassandra Yerxa – Couchiching (Victimology Graduate Certificate at Durham College) Brady Bishop – Seine River (Bachelor of Arts, Law and […]
This past July 1, Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 participated in memorial activities across the Treaty #3 territory for the victims of the Residential School System. After reflection, Ogichidaa Kavanaugh expresses disappointment in MP Eric Melillo for his Canada Day messaging. “It was actually one of the best July 1st experiences we […]
Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 would like to acknowledge Miisun and Miitigoog General Partner Inc. for their assistance in the Bug Lake Project. Throughout this spring Grand Council Treaty #3, under the guidance of Elder Langford Ogemah, has been working to establish an on-the-land treatment program at Bug Lake. This project is […]